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AB 2016
Assembly Bill 2016 (AB 2016), enacted in late 2024, is set to take effect on April 1, 2025. This new law amends California’s Probate Code, aiming to streamline the probate
Coronavirus and My Office
Coronavirus and My Office The Law Offices of Trent C. Marcus is committed to health and safety for all. Here are some of the steps we are taking: – The
California Revocable Transfer on Death (TOD) Deed
Starting in 2016, California Law (Probate Code Section 5600, et seq.) allows an individual to transfer real property at death, without using a Revocable Living Trust and without the time
Pass the Turkey and I’ll tell you about my Estate Plan
During this holiday season, you will probably be surrounded by your family and relatives. And there is a better than average chance that you will all be present together for
Anniversary
Today, I have been married to Tracy for 23 years. They have been good years. In fact, they have been my best years. Although the memory of that day in
The Store
One of my favorite childhood activities was going to work with my Dad on Saturdays. While my primary motivations were finding loose change behind the cash register, sampling all of
Wet Shoes
I grew up fishing in wet tennis shoes. In my family, there were no waders, aqua socks, or water sandals. I fished in the same shoes I wore to school
I knew it was a good idea
This past weekend was a project weekend. I fixed a cabinet drawer, a broken hinge, a garden fence, and a shower door. Keenly aware that the shower-door-roller-accessory manufacturer had never
A Hug From The Mailman
Yesterday, the mailman gave me a hug. I have known Art for 8 years. We’ve shaken hands, given high fives, pounded knuckles; this was our first hug. Everyday he delivers