November 10, 2026California Trust And Estate Law: 2027 Update
California trust and estate law in 2027 keeps its core contest and accounting clocks, adds any bills signed in the…Read Article
July 4, 2026250 Years of the Rule of Law: Reflecting on America’s Enduring Legal Legacy
From Founding Principles to Modern Practice Today, as the United States marks its 250th anniversary, we reflect on one of…Read Article- March 3, 2026
The Omitted Heir’s Litigation Guide: Proving Rights & Recovering Assets in California
Discovering you have been left out of a spouse’s or parent’s estate plan is a moment of profound shock. The…Read Article - February 17, 2026
The 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 - December 24, 2025
Disputes Over Non-Probate Transfers & Inter Vivos Gifts in California: A Guide for Beneficiaries
Discover how to challenge non-probate transfers in California and recover estate assets wrongfully taken through undue influence or lack of…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
