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Using Trusts to Avoid Probate
When it comes to planning the distribution of your assets after you pass away, avoiding probate is vital. The probate process in...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Apr 76 min read
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What to Expect When Inheriting Someone's IRA
Inheriting an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) can be both a blessing and a challenge. The process comes with important financial...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Mar 34 min read
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Trust and Succession Planning for Small Business Owners
In the fast-paced world of small businesses, ensuring a smooth transition of ownership and management is crucial for long-term success....
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Feb 264 min read
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Crafting Your Path to a Lasting Legacy: Your Guide to Estate Planning for Blended Families
Navigating estate planning can be particularly challenging for blended families. With multiple relationships and differing sets of...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Feb 214 min read
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The Secret Weapon of Estate Planning: Unleashing the Power of Durable Power of Attorney
In estate planning, the durable power of attorney (DPOA) is often a hidden gem. This critical legal document can bring peace of mind and...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jan 316 min read
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Should You Trust Yourself? The Unknown Risks of DIY Estate Planning
Planning for the future is critical in ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. For many, the process of creating...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jan 295 min read
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What Rights Do Unmarried Couples Have When One Person Becomes Ill or Passes Away?
Unmarried couples need an estate plan to protect each other in case of incapacity or death.
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Feb 13, 20233 min read
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Common Estate Planning Questions Answered
Common estate planning questions answered. What is an estate plan? Trust or will? What is a trust? What if I die without an estate plan?
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jan 13, 20223 min read
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How Estate Planning Can Prevent Elder Abuse
Credit: Richard Bell/Unsplash In California, “Elder Abuse” is defined as a crime involving the infliction of financial exploitation,...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Oct 27, 20214 min read
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Why Your LLC Needs an Operating Agreement
Do you have a Limited Liability Company (LLC) but never got around to drafting an Operating Agreement? Or, maybe you have one somewhere,...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Oct 13, 20213 min read
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Why Life Insurance Can Make a Big Difference in Estate Planning
Why Life Insurance Makes a Big Difference in Estate Planning. Use it strategically to pay funerals, debts, taxes, support minor kids.
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jul 13, 20215 min read
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The Importance of Having a Will
Minor children are the ones most affected when a person dies without a will.
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jun 18, 20212 min read
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Conservatorships in California
What is a Conservatorship? A conservatorship is a court proceeding in which a judge appoints a responsible person or persons (the...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jun 4, 20213 min read
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