You’ve likely heard about something called a “citizen’s arrest,” but not believed it was a real thing. In fact, it is legal in many places. For example, there were some citizen’s arrests in the Los Angeles area after the January wildfires by those who saw what...
Year: 2025
Do you need to be worried about ancillary probate?
When someone passes away, their estate may need to go through probate—the legal process of settling debts and distributing assets. However, if the deceased owned property in multiple states, the estate might also be subject to ancillary probate—a secondary probate...
Essential considerations before setting up an irrevocable trust
Establishing an irrevocable trust is not something you should rush into. Unlike a revocable trust, it’s difficult to change the terms of an irrevocable trust once it’s in place. As such, it helps to approach the process with clarity and intention. First off,...
3 common reasons people draft advance directives for health care
Many testators begin the estate planning process with a focus on other people. They have children who they wish to protect or loved ones who they want to provide financial support for even after their passing. Wills are useful estate planning tools for those concerned...
4 common forms of executor misconduct to beware of during probate
An executor holds a crucial role during probate, given they are in charge of handling the estate’s assets before distributing them to the intended parties. Unfortunately, not all executors perform their duties properly. As a will beneficiary, looking out for potential...