The primary difference between a revocable and an irrevocable trust is intuitive: it comes down to flexibility and long-term control. A revocable trust allows you to modify and even cancel the trust agreement and terms at any...
Category: Trusts
Passing away without a will or trust in California is known as “dying intestate.” When this happens, your assets will be distributed in a predetermined manner that applies to all Californians who die intestate. This...
The short answer is yes. This is largely because a revocable living trust can be used to directly transfer assets to your beneficiaries. Meanwhile, a will must go through the probate court process. That process can take well...
What If Marriage Equality Is Challenged? Estate Planning Strategies for LGBTQ Couples in California
August 20, 2025
For many LGBTQ couples, legal marriage recognition brought not only dignity and validation but also vital legal protections involving property ownership, inheritance rights, medical authority, and financial decision-making....
From Pickleball Court to Probate Court: How a Revocable Trust Keeps You Out of Trouble in California
August 13, 2025
If you have stepped onto a pickleball court recently, you know the game is fast paced, strategic, and surprisingly addictive. What you may not have realized is that pickleball has a lot in common with estate planning in...
