Articles Posted in Revocable Living Trust

As an experienced estate planning attorney in Orange County, California I have witnessed firsthand the profound impact that conflicts over inheritances can have on families. It is heartbreaking to see hard-earned legacies torn apart by disputes and strained relationships among loved ones. Today, I want to address your concerns and shed light on the primary…

As an experienced estate planning attorney in Orange County, I have had the privilege of helping numerous families protect their loved ones and secure their assets for generations to come. Today, I want to address a topic close to every parent’s heart: ensuring the well-being of your children. In this blog post, we will explore…

Once upon a time, in a small town nestled in the heart of Orange County, lived a loving and hardworking couple, Robert and Linda. Like many parents, they cherished their two little angels, Jack and Emily, more than anything in the world. They wanted nothing but the best for their children and worked diligently to…

Visualize this. You’ve poured blood, sweat, and tears into building your wealth. You and your spouse have nestled comfortably into a home in the heart of Orange County, have a vibrant young family, and your financial horizon is shimmering with promise. But what happens when life throws a curveball? Such a thought may be uncomfortable,…

As a single parent, you constantly juggle numerous responsibilities while ensuring your children’s future is bright and secure. I understand that your primary goal is to safeguard their future. I’m Jonathan Alexander, an experienced Orange County Estate Planning Attorney, with a passion for helping individuals, families, and business owners protect their assets and loved ones.…

Did you know that it’s National Estate Planning Awareness Week?  In 2008, the U.S. Congress passed House Resolution 1499 designating the third week in October as National Estate Planning Awareness week.  According to Caring.com’s 2022 Wills Survey, over 66% of Americans believe that having an estate plan is important, but only 1 in 3 Americans…

The unlimited marital deduction is part of the United States Federal Estate and Gift Tax law.  The law allows married U.S. citizens to transfer an unlimited amount of property and money to their spouse at any time free of any taxation (both estate and gift taxes).  These spouse-to-spouse transfers are not taxed.  The largest transfers…

A revocable living trust is a type of trust that can be modified during the creator’s lifetime.  California residents commonly use revocable living trusts to: Name the individuals who will inherit your property (your “beneficiaries”). Avoid probate (a time consuming and expensive court proceedings where a judge determines who inherits your money and property). Avoid…