Unmarried couples do not receive the same protections from the law as married couples and face a different set of legal challenges, which makes estate planning even more important. An estate plan can provide assurance that your assets are distributed and end-of-life decisions are carried out in accordance with your wishes. In this blog, OC…

Choosing the right estate planning attorney can be daunting enough for you to even pull off creating your own estate plan. But we’re here to remind you not to let this get in the way because it’s a critical part of preparing for your family’s future. More importantly, it’s essential for the future of your…

What areas should my estate plan cover? Estate plans have an important purpose: to protect your assets and your family in the event of your incapacity or death. Though not pleasant to think about, creating a comprehensive plan to manage unpredictable future occurrences is a gift for those you love. Not only will it keep…

Schedule movers. Update your mailing address. Update your driver’s license. Update your vehicle tags. Does this sound familiar? If so, it is likely you just moved and it reads like part of your moving to-do list. While these are all important matters to check off, there is an often overlooked, but very important item, that…

What happens to your property after you die? Well, that really depends on what plans, or lack thereof, you have in place for it. Without any planning, your property will be distributed to your heirs according to the state’s intestacy laws. To die intestate means to pass away without a will. Generally speaking, your property…

“Why would I estate plan if I don’t have anything of value?” You may have heard this as a common reason people give in regard to why they do not have an estate plan in place. Unfortunately, it is a common misconception that estate planning is only for the wealthy. This is a dangerous misconception…