by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Feb 6, 2026 | Elder Law & Medi-Cal Planning
Key Takeaways: Capacity Required: In California, a person must understand the duties and responsibilities of marriage at the time of the ceremony. Undue Influence: Marriages driven by coercion, isolation, or dependency can be annulled even if the elder...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Jan 10, 2026 | Probate & Estate Administration
2026 California Small Estate Limits Asset TypeOld LimitNew 2026 LimitForm / MethodPersonal Property$184,500**$208,850**Affidavit for Collection of Personal PropertyReal Estate (Home)$184,500**$750,000**Petition to Determine Succession (Form DE-310)Waiting Period40...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Dec 27, 2025 | Elder Law & Medi-Cal Planning
Quick Summary: 2026 Medi-Cal Recovery & Asset Rules RuleStatusImpact for 2026Asset LimitREINSTATEDAs of Jan 1, 2026, the limit returns ($130k for individuals).Estate RecoveryUnchangedRecovery is generally limited to assets in your probate estate.Look-Back...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Dec 23, 2025 | Conservatorship
Quick Summary: CARE Court vs. Conservatorship (2026 Update) FeatureCARE CourtConservatorshipPrimary GoalEngagement & Treatment PlanLegal Control & SafetyDecision MakingIndividual retains rightsConservator makes decisionsNew 2026 EligibilitySchizophrenia +...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Dec 13, 2025 | Probate & Estate Administration
Quick Summary: New 2026 California Probate Limits Rule/FormOld LimitNew 2026 LimitWhat It MeansPrimary Residence~$184,500$750,000Homes under this value may avoid full probate via Form DE-310.Personal Property$184,500~$208,850Cash/assets under this amount can be...
