The Power of Attorney

Mia Bowler A durable power of attorney is a common part of an estate plan. However, the purpose of the power of attorney is often misunderstood. The power of attorney names an agent to handle financial affairs for the principal. The Uniform Statutory Form comes with a...

Irrevocable Trusts – Vehicles for Asset Protection?

Mia Bowler Third party irrevocable spendthrift trusts are considered a means of asset protection for the beneficiaries; however, California already allows for many exceptions to the general rule that a creditor of a beneficiary cannot access the assets of such a...