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Responsibility to Inform the Life Insurance Company of a Death
Upon the death of a loved one, navigating the complex aspects of their estate can be challenging. Grief can take a...
The 3 Ps of Estate Planning
Becoming a Client of Law Office of Janet L. Brewer Understanding the Three P’s of Estate Planning #1 – People Who are...
It’s Not the Ideal Situation
When A Loved One Dies Without a Complete Estate Plan Serving Families & Individuals in Palo Alto, CA and the...
What Are Your Goals for Estate Planning?
Estate Planning Services and Estate Planning Specialists lawyers in California California Estate Planning Law Firm -...
When a Loved One Dies
Serving Families & Individuals in Palo Alto, CA and the Surrounding Areas Death can take a tremendous toll on a...
Probate Process in California
Serving Families & Individuals in Palo Alto, CA and the Surrounding Areas You may have heard probate horror...
College Student Estate Planning Fundamentals
The first year of college is an exciting time for students and parents alike. Graduating from high school is an...
What is an Estate and Why Everyone Has One
We frequently hear about the importance of estate planning, but a shockingly large number of people do not understand...
Estate Planning Financial Documents to Prioritize Now
Estate planning often involves a deep dive into an individual’s finances. And many financial accounts – especially...
What Is Ancillary Probate and How To Avoid It
Probate is the name for the legal process of determining how a person’s possessions are divided when they pass away....
What is Intestate Succession in California?
Intestate succession is the term to describe the process for handling an individual’s estate when that person dies...
Excess Exemption -Spousal Lifetime Access Trust
A Spousal Lifetime Access Trust (SLAT) is a popular type of irrevocable trust used during the estate planning process....
Potential Changes to Estate Tax Law in 2021
This article describes two possible tax law changes currently being considered by Congress. The likely impact on...
Estate Planning for Non-U.S. Citizens
With more than 45 million foreign-born individuals within its borders, the United States has more immigrants than any...
Ensure That Your U.S. & U.K. Wills Don’t Override One Another
International estate planning can be incredibly complex. Factors such as dual citizenship, domiciliary status, the...
Estate Planning Trust Options: GRATs & SLATs
As a result of the pandemic, the global economy and US tax conditions have resulted in unprecedented estate planning...
How Do I Create a Letter of Last Instruction?
A letter of last instruction is a document that outlines funeral planning processes and arrangements. A letter of last...
What Estate Planning Documents Should I Have When I Retire?
"Few retirees have all of these documents that are crucial to their golden years — especially during a pandemic.”...
