Your last Will and Testament is essentially your instructions to the Probate Court as to how you would like your estate distributed. When you die and your will is submitted to the court, a probate case is opened. As with any legal case brought before the court, it becomes a matter of public record. Most families don’t choose to share their personal and financial matters with the world while … [Read more...]
Deciding whether to Convert Separate Property to Community Property.
In estate planning involving spouses there may be issues surrounding how to deal with separate property acquired prior to marriage or as a result of inheritance. As part of your estate planning consultations with your attorney, you may be asked whether you wish any particular property or financial assets you currently consider to be your sole and separate property to remain your sole and … [Read more...]
