Granting someone power of attorney means that you are giving them the authority to make important decisions on your behalf should you be incapable of making them yourself. The scope, duration, [...]
Once an older loved one starts to show signs of dementia, you will likely need to start thinking about the type of care he or she will need in the future. When your loved one gets to the point [...]
One of the main benefits of estate and trust planning according to lawyers in Santa Barbara County is the avoidance of probate proceedings. But what does that mean? And why should you want to [...]
By Santa Barbara Special Needs Attorney Julianna Malis When a child with special needs turns 18, he or she becomes an adult in the eyes of the law. However, if the child’s disability prevents him [...]
July is Sandwich Generation month. If you’ve never heard of it: the average age of parents raising children in the US continues to rise, leaving many middle-aged Americans in a category commonly [...]
By Santa Barbara Will and Trust Attorney Julianna Malis Santa Barbara estate planning lawyers are often asked by their clients to explain what comprises a basic estate plan. Unfortunately, [...]
By Santa Barbara Elder Law Attorney Julianna Malis One of the hardest things a senior must come to grips with is that he or she can no longer operate an automobile safely. However, this is not [...]
By Santa Barbara Will and Trust Attorney Julianna Malis If you’ve heard of a 529 Plan, you probably think of it as a means of education funding for your children or your grandchildren. These [...]
One of the most common questions asked when it comes to settling an estate in Santa Barbara County is, “How long is this going to take?” The answer to that question is, of course, going to vary [...]
If you’re not familiar with Marie Kondo, take some time this week to watch one of her videos on YouTube or check out her new Netflix series, Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. It’s incredible to watch [...]
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