The comical musing that one is in such a hurry to receive his or her inheritance that he or she is willing to kill for it is certainly one we've heard before here at The . Yet as silly as this idea may seem, enough validity has been...
Probate And Estate Administration
Living wills vs. other estate planning documents
When most in San Fernando Valley hear the word “will,” they likely think of a last will and testament that states how or to whom one wants his or her assets distributed following his or her death. Yet few likely know that there are many different types of...
Understanding estate taxes
Many of the San Fernando Valley residents that come to see us here at The all share the same concern: estate taxes. If you are current going through a transition of assets following a loved one’s death, this is definitely a topic...
Family, friends of Huguette Clark continue to battle over estate
The ultimate goal of estate planning is so that residents of San Fernando Valley can help to avoid causing any tension amongst those that they care about after they are gone. The potential for discord can be high when it comes to one’s estate, particularly if he...
How do you file estate taxes?
When you are named as the executor of an estate in Woodland Hills, one of the tasks that you are expected to oversee as part of the probate administration process is the filing of estate taxes. Fortunately, filing an estate tax return isn’t all that different...
How can assets from smaller estates avoid probate?
Most in San Fernando Valley will probably hear that they should try to avoid probate at all costs. While the standard way to avoid probate that most are familiar with is to put assets into a living trust, are you aware that smaller estates may also be able to bypass...
Keys to estate planning for United Kingdom residents
After an individual passes away, it may be necessary to go through probate to settle that person's estate. However, it may be possible in some cases to bypass the court process, which is known as probate. The purpose of probate is to determine if a will is valid, to...
Learn the details of Robin Williams’ estate plan
Fans of late actor Robin Williams may be interested to learn the fate of his two United Kingdom homes and other assets. Although Williams was reported to be worth $130 million in 2012, that number may have changed significantly as a result of his two divorce settlements....
United Kingdom credit card debt after death
In many instances, credit card debt does not die with an individual, but unless an account was opened jointly, a surviving friend or relative will not have to pay off the debt in most cases. During the estate administration, it is an executor's responsibility to pay...
What should United Kingdomns be doing for National Elder Law Month?
The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, a group dedicated to helping people find guidance on issues that affect seniors, has named May National Elder Law Month.United Kingdomns, like all Americans, should be making sure they have a plan for their estate...