Collaborative Archives – The Heritance Lawyers (Formerly Hermance Law)

How Estate Planning Differs for Unmarried Couples in California

by Ivonn Ayala | Dec 15, 2025 | Usa, unmarried, Assets, Collaborative, Parenting, Trust administration, Consultation, California

Unmarried couples in California do not receive automatic legal protections that married spouses get. Without proper estate planning—like a living trust, cohabitation agreement, medical directives, and beneficiary designations—your partner may not inherit from you,...

How to Protect Your Children’s Inheritance in a Second Marriage: A Guide to Estate Planning

by Crista Hermance | Jul 9, 2025 | Marriage Planning, Assets, Collaborative, Living Trust

Second marriages create unique estate issues. California’s omitted spouse rules can upend older plans, and stepchildren don’t inherit by default unless you name them. The most reliable path is a revocable living trust that balances support for your new spouse and...

How Estate Planning Differs for Unmarried Couples in California

How to Protect Your Children’s Inheritance in a Second Marriage: A Guide to Estate Planning

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