In California probate court, the Probate Code is just the beginning. Each year, appellate decisions refine — and sometimes rewrite — how the law is interpreted and enforced. From trust amendments to no-contest clauses and healthcare powers, every year delivers several game-changing rulings that every...Read More
Talbot Law Group, P.C. is proud to announce that Managing Partner Matthew B. Talbot, Esq., Senior Attorney Mark E. Miyasaki, Esq., and Senior Attorney Toni Coaston, Esq. have again been selected for the esteemed Super Lawyers® list for 2025, a designation given to fewer than 5% of attorneys across the...Read More
In case you missed it in the holiday bustle, Media Mogul and Fox News Owner Rupert Murdoch was back in Probate Court in December. The control of companies – which are effectively owned by irrevocable trusts – were at stake – and Rupert lost big. ...Read More
On September 21st, Governor Newsom signed AB 2016 which drastically changes Section 13100 (and accompanying sections) of the California Probate Code. Specifically, California changed its law to allow a decedent’s primary residence to be distributed without going through the longer, more arduous probate process –...Read More
In December of last year, Stephen “tWitch” Boss, the charismatic DJ and dancer who rose to fame on “So You Think You Can Dance,” and the Ellen Degeneres Show tragically passed away. In addition to his role as an actor, host, and television producer, 40...Read More
The answer is Yes, absolutely. Our firm represents Administrators and Executors who live outside of California all the time. Our Estate Administrators (also called Executors) live all over the country in fact – Pennsylvania, Florida, Oregon, New Jersey, New York, Indiana, and so forth. Many...Read More
What happens when one beneficiary wants to buyout another beneficiary’s interest in an inherited property? You might think this is a simple and straightforward process – one beneficiary compensates the other(s) for their share of the property and voila – takes the property. But here’s...Read More
The responsibility of being named trustee can feel overwhelming for many, especially if they are grieving the loss of a family member at the same time. Many of our clients feel that it’s helpful to have a list of what they can get started on....Read More
When a loved one passes away, it can be devastating and often overwhelming. If the person lived in California and had no estate planning documents, family members often feel lost as to how to proceed when it comes to handling the loved one’s assets. There...Read More
If you have a relative who has passed away without a trust in California, you will likely need to go through Probate in order to gain access to his or her assets. Before you attempt to file a Petition for Probate, you’ll want to know...Read More
When I was a senior in high school in 1998 and “Baby One More Time” came out, I could have never imagined the effect that Britney Spears would have on my future professional life! Now that her story is burning up social media, conservatorships...Read More
author: marcen27 from Glasgow, UK In an unprecedented turn of events, Britney Spears took the stand yesterday in LA Probate Court to tell the Judge exactly how she felt about being conserved. Thirteen years into her Conservatorship, Britney elaborated on what she believes has been...Read More
Michael Jackson’s Estate claimed Jackson’s name and image were valueless upon his death. The IRS strongly disagreed. Can you imagine a world in which pop icon Michael Jackson’s name and image truly have no value?? That is the question at the heart of a recent...Read More
On January 23, 2021, Lawrence Zieger died. Known globally as Larry King, he left behind 8 marriages to 7 different women (he married his 3rd wife twice). His kids ranged in age from 65-20. Sadly, two of them pre-deceased him. From an estate perspective, this...Read More
Tom Girardi is a famous LA attorney, who, before late last year was perhaps best known for his role in the real life “Erin Brockovich” story. He is also known to many as the husband of “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Erika Girardi. More...Read More
Prop 19 passed on November 3, 2020 and goes into effect in February of 2021. Prop 19 has a number of important consequences for inherited properties in California. Families now have a short period of time to take advantage of the current law and its...Read More
If you own a property, you’re likely very familiar with the concept (and payment) of property taxes. Property taxes are due annually when you own a piece of real property (land/building) and are generally based on the assessed value of your property at the time...Read More
Originally published 12/21/20, updated 2/12/21 2020 was a difficult year for Britney Spears, and not because of the pandemic. If you haven’t seen the headlines yet – Britney’s Conservatorship was been in Court multiple times in 2020 and has undergone major changes. The most recent...Read More
Chadwick Boseman was a star beloved by many, and his tragic death at the age of 43 has been mourned around the world. Sadly, he battled colon cancer for nearly four years before eventually succumbing to it. During this time, Boseman performed in the role...Read More
