Imagine this: Your partner of 15 years is rushed to the hospital. You race to the emergency room, heart pounding — only to be turned away from their bedside because, in the eyes of the law, you’re a stranger. Their...
More Canadians than ever own vacation homes, rental properties, and investment real estate in California and across the United States. If you are a Canadian citizen or resident with US real estate, your estate plan is no...
Since marriage equality became the law of the land in 2015, many LGBTQ+ couples in California have had to decide whether to marry, register as domestic partners, or remain unmarried. Each choice carries different legal...
Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples in California
January 28, 2026
More couples in California are choosing to build their lives together without marriage. Whether you are in a long-term partnership, living with a significant other, or simply not interested in formalizing your relationship...
How Much Does Probate Cost in California?
January 24, 2026
When someone passes away in California, many families are caught off guard by how expensive and time consuming probate can be. The costs are not based on how much work is actually required. They are determined by statute and...