Estate planning in California is a necessary protective measure that residents can use to support a more secure and sound financial status. The trusts, wills, powers of attorney and other documents that make up the process must be part of a strategic plan that takes into account all of the person's financial circumstances. Setting up a system of legal protection for one's assets and financial goals is far better than the alternative, which is to allow the courts to decide how and where a person's assets will be distributed after death.
Living trusts must be funded for full operational effect
Trusts are often a key element in one's estate plan in California and elsewhere. After reviewing one's financial situation with an experienced estate planning attorney, a plan will be agreed on that may include testamentary and/or living trusts. The creation of a revocable living trust may be a central focus of the estate plan.
