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Taking care of yourself during divorce

Practicing self-care may be the last thing on your mind when you are going through a divorce. The divorce process in California involves many legal steps and requirements, which are often difficult to handle while you are emotionally processing your divorce. Add that to the stress that comes with finding

October 16, 2023

Know the options when crafting a parenting plan after a divorce

California parents who are in the middle of a divorce will have a lot to think about, but children need to come to the forefront. A significant portion will center on child custody and parenting time. Once the custody arrangement is determined, the other parent will generally be granted regular

October 2, 2023

What if some properties are not specifically mentioned in a will?

In California, when a person writes a will, they are stating what they want done with their property after they are gone. This person – the testator – can specifically mention certain items like bank accounts, a home, automobiles and more. However, there are often items that they do not

September 18, 2023

Three reasons to estate plan as a young adult

One commonly made mistake during the estate planning process is thinking that it’s only meant for those who are in the later years of their life. Those who hold this belief end up procrastinating in the creation of their estate plan, which then puts them, their estate, and their loved

September 1, 2023

Mediation may help Bay Area residents resolve divorces

Mediation is one way that Californians who are divorcing can finalize their dissolution outside of court. Basically, the way mediation works is that both sides will meet with another person called a mediator. The mediator is a trained attorney or other qualified professional. Their job is not to decide anything but

August 18, 2023

Why might I consider setting up a revocable trust?

There are many reasons why a Bay Area resident might decide to set up a revocable trust as part of their estate plan. To review, a Californian may set up a revocable trust while they are still alive. They then can move all or part of their wealth into the trust by

August 4, 2023

Dads need to understand fathers’ rights in California

When Californians talk about fathers’ rights, they could be referring to a common belief that California family courts will award custody to a child’s mother almost automatically. There may have been some truth to this belief several decades ago. However, such is no longer the case in California. In a child

July 21, 2023

Using a pet trust to ensure your pet is cared for after you die

Pet owners take their responsibilities towards their furry friends seriously. They want to care for their pet as long as they live. For some, this also means making plans for the possibility that their pet will outlive them. Pet trusts are one way pet owners can provide for the care

July 7, 2023