by Christine Brown | Aug 25, 2023 | Elder Care, Elder Law, Long Term Care
Planning for a future where you can age comfortably in your own home is a crucial part of elder law and estate planning. It’s about anticipating your needs as you grow older and making arrangements to meet them, allowing you to maintain independence and quality...
by Christine Brown | Aug 18, 2023 | Estate Planning, Trusts
One common misconception that often holds people back from estate planning is the fear that putting their house in a trust will make it difficult to control their asset or sell it in the future. As a trust lawyer in Los Angeles County, I can confidently say that this...
by Christine Brown | Aug 11, 2023 | Estate Planning
As a parent, you’re constantly juggling tasks, responsibilities, and decisions. It’s easy to delay thinking about things that don’t seem immediate or urgent, like creating an estate plan. But here are five compelling reasons why making your estate...
by Christine Brown | Jul 31, 2023 | Estate Planning, Inheritance
Making the difficult decision to disinherit a child from your estate is never easy. You may be wondering: Do I need to explain my decision to my child? The short answer is no, you are under no legal obligation to do so. But the longer answer? It’s a bit more...
by Christine Brown | Jul 24, 2023 | Blended Families, Estate Planning
As a stepparent, you’ve likely grown to love your stepchildren as your own. It’s only natural to want to ensure they benefit from your hard work and share in your estate when you’re no longer around. But you might be surprised to learn that, without...
by Christine Brown | Jul 17, 2023 | Alzheimer's, Elder Care, Elder Law
Cognitive decline is a challenging issue faced by many elderly individuals and their loved ones. It can be emotionally difficult and legally complex to know when and how to step in. If you’re noticing cognitive issues in a loved one, it may be time to consider...
by Christine Brown | Jul 12, 2023 | Business Succession Planning, Estate Planning
Being a landlord comes with unique opportunities and challenges, and it’s critical to protect your valuable real estate assets effectively. Estate planning and asset protection strategies are essential components of any landlord’s financial plan....
by Christine Brown | Jun 29, 2023 | Alzheimer's, Elder Care, Elder Law
Caring for a loved one experiencing memory loss can be challenging and emotional. As an LA County elder law attorney, I understand the difficulties families face when dealing with these sensitive issues. This article offers practical tips and advice to help you...
by Christine Brown | Jun 23, 2023 | Blended Families, Estate Planning
Blended families, which often include both biological and adopted children, require a more comprehensive approach to estate planning. This can help ensure that all family members are treated fairly and feel included in the inheritance process. Our team of Long Beach...
by Christine Brown | Jun 17, 2023 | Asset Protection, Estate Planning
As Torrance asset protection attorneys, we know that LA County physicians face the likelihood of a malpractice lawsuit during their careers, regardless of specialty or practice type. Considering the potential risks, it’s crucial for physicians to take steps to...
