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A Probate Lawyer’s Guide to Intestate Succession in California
A will acts like a compass, guiding how a person’s assets are distributed after they pass. Without one, the distribution process can feel as confusing and overwhelming as being lost at sea. These situations are when intestate succession in California comes into play. When someone dies without a will, their

How to Protect Your Inheritance from Siblings in California
When a parent passes away, it often rocks the foundation of families like an earthquake. Fissures can start forming among siblings, and complex family dynamics start to surface, further complicating matters. In the wake of such grief, siblings contesting a trust in California is unfortunately common. Understanding how to

Can a Trustee Remove a Beneficiary from a Trust in California?
Being a trustee requires careful balance. Trustees must navigate their duties to both the trust and beneficiaries—a responsibility that often leads to confusion about the limits of their authority. One of the most common questions that arises is: Can a trustee remove a beneficiary from a trust? However, as with

A Case Study: Understanding Will Requirements in California
A will is how someone shapes their legacy after they are gone. But will requirements in California can make it complicated to determine when a will is and isn’t valid. Fortunately, we’re here to help. At Gokal Law Group, we have been helping clients contest and validate wills for decades so they can

How to Invalidate a Trust in California
A trust is the story of your family’s legacy. When someone uses underhanded tactics to alter or fabricate this legal document, the consequences can ripple across generations. Fortunately, if you’re wondering how to invalidate a trust in California under such circumstances, we’re here to protect your rights and your rightful

How Do You Petition to Invalidate a Trust in California?
People use trusts to define their legacies and take care of their loved ones when they are no longer around to do so. But in some situations, malicious individuals will try to take advantage of vulnerable people and damage their legacy. Whether you are a beneficiary or heir, in these
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