California probate can be incredibly expensive, even as compared to other states. The law sets attorney and executor compensation based on a fee schedule. That fee schedule is based upon the value of your estate, not how complex the work is. Understanding these costs is essential to knowing what to expect. At Filippi Law Firm,…
If you’re wondering about the differences between a conservatorship and guardianship in California, you’re not alone. Many people even use the terms interchangeably, but they are two different and distinct legal processes. Choosing the right option that fits your situation is important. This can be confusing on your own, but an attorney can help. At…
You’ve likely heard of HIPAA if you’ve been to the doctor’s office but you may not know how important it is to your California estate plan. This helps determine who can access you medical information in moments where you need it the most. Without the HIPAA release, people that need access to your medical information…
When a loved one passes away, grief is difficult enough. Families do not want to go through a long and public court process to access the assets that their relative worked hard to accumulate. However, this is exactly what probate requires. In a community like Granite Bay, where property values are high and estates can…
Most people have heard of the power of attorney, but few are familiar with springing power of attorneys – a distinct variation that combines personal autonomy and protective planning. If you are creating an estate plan in California and wish to control when and how your authority will be transferred to another person, it is…
Serving as a trustee can be a big responsibility. If you are a trustee and want to know your responsibilities, or have questions about a trustee on a trust you benefit from, knowing this information can be critical. Trustees have specific duties and responsibilities under California law. Not following through on them can lead to…
Probate can seem overwhelming and complicated. The truth is, it can be. If you’re dealing with probate issues in Rocklin, CA, or you want to pre-plan to avoid it altogether, the right attorney can get you there. A highly experienced probate lawyer guides you through the process and ensures everything is handled properly. At Filippi…
Yes, a trustee can also be a beneficiary in a California trust. In fact, its pretty common to do it that way. Families rely on this structure to name someone they trust to both handle the trust and benefit it. For many trusts, it is exactly the point that the trustee is also the beneficiary,…
A pretermitted child is a child that was accidentally left out of a parent’s will, or their trust. These children have a right to claim part of the estate, even if the valid estate plan leaves them out of it by accident. This often comes up in the case of divorce or more complicated family…
Located near the shores of Folsom Lake, Granite Bay is known for its exceptional quality of life, with exclusive neighborhoods such as Los Lagos and Wexford, as well as a thriving community of entrepreneurs, executives, and retirees. For residents who have built significant wealth over a lifetime, preserving that success requires more than just a…
