estate law Archives - Lars Kushner

January 4, 2025

January 4, 2025

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Estate Planning

5 Key Factors for Choosing a Successor Trustee: Expert Guidance from Kushner Legal Corporation

When we consult with new clients at our Beverly Hills office at Kushner Legal Corporation, one of the first critical decisions we discuss is selecting a successor trustee. A successor trustee is the individual or entity that will manage and administer the trust after you’re no longer able to do […]

December 13, 2024

December 13, 2024

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Estate Planning

Understanding the Use of Power of Attorney in California

A Power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows an individual (“principal”), to grant another person the authority to act on their behalf. The other person, called the agent or attorney-in-fact can then take actions on personal and financial matters. In California, this arrangement can be a powerful […]

April 15, 2022

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Pets and Your California Estate Plan

Your pet is a valued member of your family, and if you are concerned about what will happen to the beloved animal after you pass, you are not alone. Fortunately, California recognizes how important pets are to their owners and is, therefore, one of the states that allows you to […]

March 1, 2022

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Estate Planning and Divorce in California

Divorce represents a serious transition in the life of anyone who goes through the often difficult process. What many people lose sight of along the way, however, is how intertwined estate planning and divorce can be—and often are. The legal (and emotional) complexities of divorce can divert your attention away […]