by Christine Brown | Nov 10, 2022 | Estate Planning, Trusts
When creating a trust with a Long Beach trust lawyer, it is important to understand the specific roles involved. The grantor is the person who establishes a trust. The designated beneficiary is the person who receives the assets held in trust when the grantor dies....
by Christine Brown | Oct 28, 2022 | Estate Planning, Trusts
For many decades, wealthy families relied on bypass trusts as critical aspects of their estate plans. However, in recent years, LA County trust attorneys have seen a shift away from the use of this type of trust. This is mainly due to the increase in gift and estate...
by Christine Brown | Jun 9, 2022 | Estate Planning, Trusts
Creating a trust can be a vital part of the estate planning process. A trust can protect your assets and benefit the family members who receive them. It’s critical to understand state laws and the steps you need to take to create a trust. Common errors can invalidate...
by Christine Brown | May 30, 2022 | Estate Planning, Trusts
Deciding to live abroad can be an exciting time in anyone’s life. A lot of planning goes into making such a drastic move, but one area that Long Beach trust lawyers see commonly overlooked is estate planning. While estate planning is not the most exciting element to...
by Christine Brown | Jan 13, 2022 | Estate Planning, Trusts
There are many reasons to establish a trust, chief among them is to ensure that your loved ones are provided for and that your wishes are honored if something happens to you. Establishing a trust also allows a greater level of control regarding the way your estate is...
by Christine Brown | Dec 17, 2021 | Estate Planning, Living Trust, Revocable Trust, Trusts
A Revocable Living Trust is one of the most misunderstood parts of estate planning, especially since many people associate trusts with the extremely wealthy and the term “trust funds.” But Long Beach trust attorneys will tell you that Revocable Living Trusts can be...
