by Caryn Yarnell | Nov 5, 2014 | Estate Planning, Probate
When a person dies, his or her will will be administered as written through the probate court in most cases. Courts generally presume that a written will is a valid statement of what the testator wished to happen. Judges will usually strictly follow wills unless an... by Caryn Yarnell | Sep 17, 2014 | Death, Estate Planning, Probate
While successful celebrities may manage significant assets during their lives, they are just as prone to making bad decisions during the estate planning process as any other California resident. Understanding the implications of each type of estate plan is important,... by Caryn Yarnell | Jun 18, 2014 | Estate Planning, Probate
You have been named the executor of someone’s will: now what? You probably have a lot of questions about what you are expected to do and what steps you need to take to get the process started. Being the executor of a loved one’s will can be a...