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January 30, 2025

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Estate Planning

Trust Administration in California: 10 Essential Steps for Trustees

Administering a trust in California is a significant responsibility that requires strict adherence to the California Probate Code. Trustees are legally bound to carry out their duties in a manner that prioritizes the best interests of the beneficiaries and complies with the trust’s terms. At Kushner Legal Corporation, we regularly […]

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 […]

March 5, 2020

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Powers of Attorney in California

Many people are aware of the importance of wills and trusts in the context of Estate Planning; however, an often overlooked document is the Power of Attorney. A Power of Attorney or “POA” is especially important in the context of incapacity planning. In California, the legislature has created standard forms […]