by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Jan 22, 2026 | Estate Planning & Living Trusts, Estate Planning Advisors
Key Takeaways for Gray Divorce Planning: Filing ≠ Revoking: Filing for divorce does not automatically cancel your Will or Trust in California. Medical Risk: Without updates, an estranged spouse may still have the legal power to make your end-of-life decisions. Asset...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Jul 14, 2020 | Estate Planning Advisors
Anyone who’s spent more than a couple of years in California knows that there is no shortage of interesting and bizarre weather in the Golden State. Earthquakes, wildfires, flooding, and landslides are three types of severe weather phenomena that Californians are...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Dec 11, 2019 | Estate Planning Advisors
In 2019, it was estimated that 69 percent of all U.S. adults either have a Facebook account or have visited the social media site at least once. More than half, 51 percent, said they visit multiple times per day. With this explosion in social media use among...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Aug 20, 2019 | Estate Planning Advisors
A guardian acts as a surrogate decision-maker who determines personal and financial decisions for a minor who is incapacitated, has lost his or her parents, or is dealing with mental or physical disabilities. The guardian is appointed by a judge, and the person the...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Jul 19, 2019 | Estate Planning Advisors
Conservatorships are a safe way to provide for the needs of adults who are unable to care for themselves in one or multiple ways. In California, two types of conservatorships are recognized: general and limited. There are significant differences, so it’s important to...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | May 20, 2019 | Estate Planning Advisors
The court has appointed you as executor of a loved one’s estate. This is a significant honor and responsibility. As the executor of an estate, you are responsible for maintaining the estate, preparing it for distribution, and ensuring that distribution is done...
