- November 10, 2025
5 Reasons Trial Lawyers Matter Even Though Most Cases Settle
It is true that 95% to 98% of legal disputes settle before trial. While it might be counterintuitive, this only…Read Article - November 6, 2025
Financial Elder Abuse Part 2: Preserving Evidence
By Natalie E. Ortiz Preserving Evidence is Critical to Stopping Abuse When confronting instances of financial elder abuse – one…Read Article - November 5, 2025
Financial Elder Abuse Part 1: Spotting Red Flags
By Natalie E. Ortiz Financial elder abuse is one of the fastest-growing forms of exploitation in the United States, and…Read Article - October 22, 2025
Understanding San Diego’s Unique Probate Profile
What families, planners, and attorneys should know. By Carl L. Jones Probate law in San Diego County presents unique challenges…Read Article - October 22, 2025
The 48-Hour Path to a Case Plan: Efficient and Compassionate Client Intake
When someone reaches out to a law firm, it’s rarely a casual exercise. It’s often a time of crisis, confusion,…Read Article - October 16, 2025
When Probate Disputes Escalate
Use of Emergency Remedies, TROs, and Freezes in High-Stakes Cases As important as it is, probate litigation can be a…Read Article - October 13, 2025
Estate Litigation: Should You Hire Your Own Experts or Share Costs?
Expert witnesses play an important part in California estate and trust litigation. In disputes regarding issues such as undue influence,…Read Article - October 10, 2025
Court of Appeal Revives Trust Dispute, Green-lights Reformation Claim
By Natalie E. Ortiz Reversing a San Diego probate judge in a trust dispute, the California Court of Appeal held…Read Article - October 7, 2025
Read This Before You Disinherit a Beneficiary: Part 1
By Natalie E. Ortiz Disinheriting someone from an estate is a big decision, one that requires careful consideration and precise…Read Article - September 22, 2025
Contested Powers of Attorney: Rolling Back Damage and Tracing Transfers
By Natalie Ortiz In California estate and trust litigation, powers of attorney (POAs) are often central to disputes involving financial elder…Read Article
