Many people assume that estate planning is only done by the elderly or people with vast estates. This is a mistake as most adults or couples should plan for their estate which would include planning for their assets, care for their children, or plan for incapacity. The following are just a few reasons to consider...
If you or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, the time for legal and financial planning is now. Join us to learn about important legal and financial issues you may face and how to put plans in place. Raxter Law, P.A. in association with the Alzheimer’s Association is presenting a free...
LEGAL LIMITS FOR CREDITORS TO FILE LAWSUITS TO COLLECT California has a special statutes of limitation dealing with claims against deceased persons. This rule bar any lawsuit on a liability (debt) of a deceased person unless the lawsuit is filed before the first anniversary of the decedent’s death. This one-year legal limit applies to debts...
Conservatorship: What is It and How Does it Work? California Conservatorships – An Introduction Few responsibilities are more profound than taking care of an adult who is unable to care for himself or herself. If appointed by the Court to do so, the person charged with that responsibility is called a “conservator.” The adult...
Raxter Law and its staff all want to say thank you to First Responders! So for the month of May the entire staff is dedicating time to draft a will, power of attorney, and healthcare directive for first responders and their spouses FREE of charge! Normally, a will package would cost $300.00 but because first...
Where there is a Will there is a way! Most people think of wills as the only way to transfer property upon death, however, there are several instruments one can use to transfer property to loved ones upon their passing. First, let’s understand that even I you do not execute a will your property will...
Executor’s role in Probate What is an “Executor?” In California the Executor is also called a personal representative. It is the person or entity nominated by the deceased person (the “decedent”) in a Will to administer the estate of that person as directed by the Will. Let’s start by stating that it’s both an honor...
Being an Attorney that concentrates on all aspects of Probate matters, my office has come up with a list of the forgotten assets that are most commonly omitted from trust funding. That is, these assets are frequently found after death titled in individual names rather than being properly titled to the decedent’s trust. In some...
Nearly every day in our office a potential client will call to inquire about obtaining a power of attorney for a loved one. First, we must understand what a power of attorney is, and what it can do, and not do – as the case may be. A power of attorney is a legal device...
