Law Offices of Lisa S. Golshani
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One of the most persistent myths in estate planning is that living trusts are reserved for the ultra-wealthy. The reality? If you own a home, have a retirement account, or want to keep your family out of court, you likely have enough to justify a tr ...
We often think of estate planning as something for traditional nuclear families, but in 2026, love and family look different for everyone. Relationships are complex, beautiful, and sometimes messy. The law, however, tends to be rigid. It has a de ...
When creating a trust, you face a critical decision: Do you want your beneficiaries to receive guaranteed checks, or do you want your trustee to decide when and if they get paid? The latter is called discretionary authority, and while it sounds s ...
Losing a loved one is emotionally devastating. Unfortunately, for scammers, your grief is an opportunity. Bereavement scams are on the rise, with con artists using public obituaries to target widows, widowers, and executors. They rely on the fact ...
Caring for an aging parent is one of the most meaningful acts of love an adult child can offer. However, it can also be one of the most overwhelming responsibilities you will ever take on. Most families step into caregiving suddenly after a fall, a ...
When most people think about estate planning, they picture signing a will or maybe setting up a trust. But here's what many don't realize: your estate plan isn't a single document. Instead, it's how all your decisions, accounts, and legal instructio ...
After a loved one passes away, one of the executor's most important legal responsibilities is notifying creditors of the death. This process, known as providing "notice to creditors," protects both the estate and the personal representative by estab ...
Many clients come to our office with deeply held religious and spiritual values that shape how they live their lives, yet they feel uncertain about bringing these beliefs into the estate planning conversation. Some worry that their values might seem ...
Creating a comprehensive estate plan is an important first step in protecting your assets and providing for your loved ones. However, many people don't realize that signing estate planning documents is only part of the process. If your plan includes ...
If you're considering estate planning options, you've likely heard about revocable living trusts. But what exactly are they, and how do they work? As a San Fernando Valley estate planning attorney, we help families understand these powerful planning ...