Family Law Archives - Lars Kushner

October 23, 2025

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Five Key Times to Revisit Your Will, Trust, and Estate Plan in California

At Kushner Legal Corporation, we often tell clients that estate planning is not a one-time event—it’s a lifelong process. Your will, trust, and related documents should evolve as your life changes. An outdated plan can create unnecessary confusion, expose your assets to probate, or even direct your estate in ways […]

July 15, 2025

Why Estate Planning Is Especially Important for LGBTQ Couples in California

July 15, 2025

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Why Estate Planning Is Especially Important for LGBTQ Couples in California?

Estate planning is essential for all couples, but for LGBTQ couples in California, it carries additional significance. At the Kushner Legal Corporation, we pride ourselves on offering services that are specifically attuned to the unique needs of the LGBTQ community. Although legal rights have expanded considerably in recent years, there […]

June 13, 2025

Why Married Couples in California Should Consider a Joint Revocable Trust

June 13, 2025

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Why Married Couples in California Should Consider a Joint Revocable Trust

In California, a joint revocable trust can be one of the most effective estate planning tools for married couples. At the Kushner Legal Corporation, we often meet with couples who have not completed a joint estate plan and we encourage them to consider a joint revocable trust. Not only does […]

June 13, 2025

10 Common Estate Planning Mistakes in California — and How to Avoid Them

June 13, 2025

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16 Common Estate Planning Mistakes in California — and How to Avoid Them

Failing to Create an Estate Plan at All Without a will or trust, your estate is distributed according to California’s intestate succession laws (Probate Code §6400). This can mean a long probate process and assets passing to biological relatives — even if estranged —instead of your chosen family.Real-World Example: David […]