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Why You Don’t Want an Initial Consultation, But a Life & Legacy Planning® Session Instead
A typical initial consultation with an estate planning lawyer may look like this: you meet, you answer questions about your family and assets, and the lawyer tells you what documents you need – typically a will, trust, health care directive, and power of attorney…
What Happens When a Parent Moves Out of State During a Custody Battle?
Few things create more panic for a parent than the prospect of their child moving hundreds or thousands of miles away. Whether it comes as a sudden announcement or a long-brewing plan, the thought of a co-parent relocating out of state during a child…
What Are the Legal Steps for Enforcing a Child Custody Order?
How to Respond When a Parent Violates a Parenting Plan In California, child custody orders are called parenting plans. These plans specify who can make legal decisions regarding the child and how much time the child spends with each parent. Whether you ended up…
Understanding Prenuptial Agreements for High-Net-Worth Families
A Guide to Prenuptial Agreements for High-Net-Worth Families in California Getting married is a time of celebration as those from two separate families come together. However, the legal union of marriage can also have significant financial implications, particularly for those from high-net-worth families. Whether…
Estate Planning: A Gift of Peace & Power for Every Mother
Moms spend their days and nights thinking about how to make sure their children are happy, healthy, and safe. If you’re a mom, you know. If you aren’t a mom, you were born because of a mom. It’s one of the two things we…
Legal Rights of Grandparents Seeking Custody or Visitation
Grandparents play an essential role in a child’s life, offering emotional support, stability, and love. However, when family dynamics change due to divorce, death, or parental unfitness, grandparents may find themselves seeking custody or visitation to maintain a meaningful relationship with their grandchildren. Understanding…
5 Reasons Why The Cheapest Estate Plan Could Leave Your Family With A Mess
In most cases, from the most sophisticated business people with the highest net worth to those just starting in the workforce and on their path to adulthood, you very likely do not know how to evaluate estimates when shopping for an estate plan. Shopping…
3 Estate Planning Documents Your Parents Need Right Now
Today, we’re diving into a topic that is absolutely crucial: estate planning for your parents. As they gracefully navigate their golden years, ensuring their peace of mind (and yours!) becomes a top priority. Whether they raised you the way you want, or showed you…
How To Manage Your Digital Accounts After Your Death: Part 1
If you have preferences about what happens to your digital footprint after your death, you need to take action. Otherwise, your online legacy will be determined for you—and not by you. If you have any online accounts, such as Gmail, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Apple,…
