February 17, 2026The Litigation Pivot: Protecting Intellectual Property and Digital Assets in California Estates
California trust & probate litigation for digital assets and IP: RUFADAA access, crypto/NFT key loss, blockchain forensics, fiduciary breach claims,…Read Article
February 4, 2026What Estate Planning Attorneys Should Do When They Receive a Subpoena
Receiving a subpoena is never routine—especially for estate planning attorneys who suddenly find themselves pulled into litigation involving a former client’s estate.…Read Article- February 3, 2026
Real Estate Disputes in California Trust & Estate Litigation: Maximizing Equity in Conflicts
For many beneficiaries, the "family home" is the single most valuable asset in an estate. Yet, it is also the…Read Article - 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
