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| Last Modified on Apr 23, 2026
What Are the Most Important Steps I Need to Take After the Death of a Loved One?
As probate attorneys, we’re often asked, “What are the most important steps I need to take after the death of a loved one?” While there are undoubtedly a ton of things to do in the…
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| Last Modified on Apr 23, 2026
Probate Estate Taxpayer Employer Identification Number (EIN)
When a person passes away and an estate is opened to handle the distribution of the person's assets and other legal matters, the first thing those handling the estate should do is obtain an Employer…
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| Last Modified on Apr 23, 2026
Do I Have to Serve as Executor?
After a relative or friend dies, you may be surprised to learn that you were chosen to be the executor of their estate. You might feel pleased to have a chance to do a final…
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| Last Modified on Apr 23, 2026
Non U.S. Citizen Owned Property in California at the Time of Death
This article does not cover the distribution of real property held in a trust or in joint tenancy. Nor does if cover the taxation of estate distributions. In general, nonresident alien decedents are subject to…
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| Last Modified on Apr 23, 2026
Death, Co-habiting Same-sex Couples, Estate Planning and Probate
As with heterosexual relationships, breakup or death are the two possible endings for co-habiting same-sex couples. In the event of death, the rights of the survivor is a significant issue, especially with unmarried co-habiting same-sex…
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Notice to Creditors With Claims Against California Probate Estates
Generally, an individual’s death does not extinguish creditors’ claims, but creditors must act quickly to assert their claims against a probate estate to avoid losing their rights forever. Every state has its own laws on…
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| Last Modified on Apr 23, 2026
California Residential Ownership – Transfer of Property at Death
When a person dies the transfer of the deceased’s residential property (or any real property for that matter) becomes an issue. Who is entitled to the real property upon death depends on how the property…
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| Last Modified on Oct 09, 2025
The Divorce Threat List: The Divorcing Person’s Guide To The Psychological Warfare Of Words
The Divorce Threat List The Divorcing Person’s Guide To The Psychological Warfare Of Words Filing for divorce? Over the next several months, your soon to be ex will undoubtedly spout off ugly and angry statements.…
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| Last Modified on Oct 06, 2026
California Workplace Restraining Order
California Workplace Restraining Order: An Important Tool for Maintaining a Safe Work Environment and Protecting Against Liability Mary in accounting is having problems with her ex-boyfriend, who’s been harassing her at work. He calls her…
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David Dworakowski to be a Guest Speaker at Chapman Law School
Attorney David Dworakowski has been asked to be an honorary guest speaker at Chapman University School of Law. He will be discussing with law students multiple aspect of effective lawyering, including effective courtroom skills, and…
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