Trusts

March 14, 2025

Estate Planning and Family Estrangement: Why It’s Essential Under California Law

Estate planning is crucial for everyone, but it becomes especially important in cases of family estrangement. When relationships with close relatives are strained or completely severed, individuals may want to ensure that their assets go to the people or organizations they choose, rather than defaulting to legal heirs under California’s […]
March 6, 2025

Including Pets in Revocable Living Trusts in California: A Guide for Pet Owners

At the Kushner Legal Corporation, we understand that for many pet owners, their furry, feathered, or scaly companions are more than just animals—they are cherished members of the family. As part of our customized and personal approach to estate planning, one of the first questions what concerns our clients have […]
February 27, 2025

Understanding the Differences Between Wills and Trusts

At Kushner Legal Corporation, one of the most common questions we receive is what the difference between a will and trust is. It is our goal to provide comprehensive estate planning advice to all of our clients and we typically draft both documents in most circumstances. However, it is worth […]
October 5, 2024

Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts in California: What are the differences?

Trusts are a critical component to many people’s estate planning goals in California. Trusts (including) are essential tools in estate planning, allowing individuals to manage and distribute their assets according to their wishes. In California, as elsewhere, trusts are broadly categorized into revocable and irrevocable trusts. Trusts ensure that assets […]