Can You Keep Your House After Divorce in California?
Whether you or your spouse will keep the house after a divorce depends on so many factors, including who wants it, who can pay for it, and how the assets are otherwise divided.
Year: 2026
What to Do When a Real Estate Contract Falls Through in California
Buying a home can be stressful and exciting at the same time. But it can suddenly seem disastrous when a real estate contract falls through.
Legal Mistakes Homebuyers Make in the San Francisco Bay Area
Buying a home in the San Francisco Bay area can be both exciting and challenging.
Creating a Parenting Plan During a High-Conflict Divorce in CA
The right parenting plan can help reduce friction and make things better for the kids and parents alike.
How to Prevent Common Causes of Probate Disputes in California
A typical probate case can already take many months to complete, but any dispute adds to that time. However, there are strategies your lawyer can use to prevent common causes of probate before they ever happen.
Estate vs. Inheritance Taxes in California: What’s the Difference?
The terms estate tax and inheritance tax are often used as the same thing, but there are differences. Knowing the distinction could have a big impact on your future beneficiaries, or the assets you inherit if you are the beneficiary.
How Probate Affects Tax Filing Obligations in the San Francisco Bay Area
Probate involves a lot more than just getting assets to the right beneficiary. It also means accounting for any tax obligations for the estate, the executor, and potentially even the beneficiaries.
Handling IRS inquiries and tax disputes the smart way
Getting a notice from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) can feel serious, especially when it involves an in-person meeting or deeper review. These situations often begin with something specific, such as missing information, unusual deductions or mismatched records....
Tax Implications of Inherited Assets in California Probate Cases
Tax issues can make probate complicated and can impact your total inheritance. Executors have to understand their obligations as do beneficiaries. If you’re in the middle of a probate in California, having an attorney guide you is critical to protecting your rights.
5 things to know about California custody and child support
Navigating family law in the San Francisco Bay Area means dealing with some of the most technical regulations in the country. California recently updated its support guidelines, but many common myths about "automatic" custody remain. Here are five essential things you...