by Christine Brown | Jul 25, 2021 | Estate Planning
In life, there are jobs we seek out and others that are given to us. Being named an Executor on an estate is one of the most important jobs one can be asked to hold by another person. It means there is someone who trusts you fully and believes that you will manage...
by Christine Brown | Jul 18, 2021 | Estate Planning
Have you ever thought about what you want to happen to your “digital assets,” including your Facebook page, after you pass away? This is a question that Big Tech giants have spent the past few years grappling with as more and more of our lives are lived online. As...
by Christine Brown | Jul 11, 2021 | Conservator, Special Needs Planning
Choosing to serve as someone’s adult conservator is a huge responsibility. An adult conservator for a person with special needs is generally tasked with overseeing that individual’s physical well-being, medical care, housing, day-to-day needs, and sometimes his or...
by Christine Brown | Jun 30, 2021 | Estate Planning
One thing the COVID-19 crisis has brought to the forefront of many people’s minds is the need to update older estate plans, including their Last Will and Testaments. We were collectively reminded that having an updated estate plan is incredibly important, no matter...
by Christine Brown | Jun 21, 2021 | Estate Planning
There are a lot of different estate planning and asset protection planning trusts out there: revocable living trusts, Medi-Cal asset protection trusts, and life insurance trusts are just a few of them. One type of trust that LA County trust lawyers find to be useful,...
by Christine Brown | Jun 14, 2021 | Elder Law
There are many options available to seniors who would like access to liquid assets, and reverse mortgages are one of the most common – and misunderstood. Our Torrance elder law attorneys have outlined everything you need to know about reverse mortgages, so you have...
by Christine Brown | Jun 9, 2021 | Estate Planning, Power of Attorney
The power of attorney is one of the most important documents in your estate plan, but there are some common mistakes that could render it ineffective. Knowing how to spot these mistakes is key to make sure that you get the most out of your power of attorney and all...
by Christine Brown | May 31, 2021 | Estate Planning
When was the last time you took a look at your Last Will and Testament? If it was five years ago or more, then you should consider dusting it off and reading through to make sure it’s up to date. Remember, a lot can change in five years: the birth of new family...
by Christine Brown | May 24, 2021 | Estate Planning
Now that vaccinations have started and “normal” life is within our grasp, many couples are starting to resume their wedding plans. Those who have had to postpone their big day or got engaged during the pandemic are once again starting to put deposits on...
by Christine Brown | May 18, 2021 | Estate Planning
Have you ever wondered what is the worse that can happen if you become incapacitated or pass away without an estate plan in place? If you have, you’re not alone. This is actually a common question our LA County estate lawyers receive, especially from those in...
