by Christine Brown | Jan 31, 2021 | Estate Planning, Probate
Dying intestate, or without a will, is unfortunately very common. If you die without a will, your property will go through a court process called probate and will ultimately be distributed according to California intestacy law. Here are some common events that may...
by Christine Brown | Jan 26, 2021 | Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning
Family relationships can be complicated. Not every parent remains in his or her child’s life, which can complicate matters when the child has a disability or special needs. This can create financial issues too, especially if the other parent is absent but still living...
by Christine Brown | Jan 18, 2021 | Business Succession Planning, Estate Planning
Sole proprietorships are a common type of ownership interest where the business owner and the business are the same legal entity. The business owner of a sole proprietorship is personally responsible for any debts the business incurs. However, unlike a corporation,...
by Christine Brown | Jan 11, 2021 | Estate Planning, Power of Attorney
A power of attorney is a legal agreement that allows one adult, the agent, to make legal and financial decisions on behalf of another, the principal. People create power of attorney documents with a Long Beach estate lawyer so that someone of their choosing can speak...
