by Snyder Law | Sep 18, 2020 | Probate, Snyder Blog
Probate in Orange County is a process in which a court decides whether a will is valid or not. It’s also legally required in most cases for the management and distribution of a decedent’s assets with or without a will. This definition suggests that if you are skipping...
by Snyder Law | May 26, 2020 | Probate, Snyder Blog
If you’ve ever lost a loved one here in Orange County, chances are you’ve had a few run-ins with the probate court. Here are the simple steps to avoid probate in Orange County. The goal of the probate process is to help the family of the deceased administer their...
by Snyder Law | Mar 11, 2020 | Estate Planning, Probate, Snyder Blog
While most people have heard of a basic Last Will and Testament, they may not know what a Pour Over Will is and how it works with a Living Trust. As an Orange County will lawyer, I’d like to explain this estate planning tool. Essentially, a Pour-Over Will is used in...
by Snyder Law | Oct 17, 2019 | Probate, Snyder Blog
Whenever the time comes for an estate to be settled, many beneficiaries find themselves wondering how long the process is going to take. Orange County probate attorneys often tell clients that settling an estate through probate can take anywhere from eighteen months...
by Snyder Law | Sep 12, 2019 | Estate Planning, Probate, Snyder Blog
Strategies to Help Your Family Avoid Orange County Probate Court After You Pass Away Even those who don’t fully understand the probate process are pretty clear about the fact that they want to avoid it. As an Orange County probate lawyer, I see so many cases where...
by Snyder Law | Sep 13, 2016 | Estate Planning, Probate, Snyder Blog
Do you know how to access a safe deposit box after the death of a loved one? Never fear, you are not alone if you don’t know the answer. While safe deposit boxes are commonly used to protect valuable items and important documents (such as a insurance policies, a...
by Snyder Law | Jul 25, 2016 | Estate Planning, Probate, Snyder Blog
You may have heard the buzz about the new transfer on death deeds in California which provide a new way to transfer real property on death. Up until recently, the most common ways were through: A will; Owning property in joint tenancy or community property with...
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