If you’re a green card holder living in California, it is essential to understand how your immigration status affects your estate planning. U.S. laws around taxes, trusts, and inheritance are likely different from the laws in your home country, and failing to plan properly can lead to costly legal and tax consequences. In any country,…
Most people think estate planning is for married couples, but single people need estate plans just as much—if not more. Without a plan, the courts—not you—will decide who manages your finances, who receives your assets, and even who makes medical decisions for you. Whether you are a single professional, divorced, widowed, or a single parent,…
You just slip out the back, Jack Make a new plan, Stan You don’t need to be coy, Roy Just get yourself free Hop on the bus, Gus You don’t need to discuss much Just drop off the key, Lee Whether the divorce is a knockdown, drag-out fight to the end or a conscious…
As parents, we often focus on the daily joys and challenges of raising children. From diaper changes to college applications, our days are filled with planning and care. Sleepless nights are a big part of parenting – and one of the things that keeps a lot of parents awake is the thought of the worst…
For couples—whether newlyweds, unmarried partners, or those navigating the complexities of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements—estate planning is a crucial but often overlooked aspect of building a life together. Estate planning is more than just financial; it’s about protecting each other and creating clarity during difficult times. Without it, couples may unintentionally leave their loved ones…
As we close out 2024 and prepare for 2025, many of us are reflecting on the challenges of the past year and setting goals for the future. For some communities, the upcoming year brings significant uncertainties. I am particularly concerned about the implications for the LGBTQ+ community, immigrants, and women, in light of potential changes…
Years ago, in a meeting, a client said to me, “Good grief, Patricia. You must have a PhD in Paranoia.” Another client told me I was a “Little dark storm cloud.” Well, this is what happens when you don’t let clients get away with DIY solutions, sweeping problems under the rug, or sticking their…
Estate Planning Awareness Month, which at De Fonte Law PC is every month, is the perfect time to explore why estate planning is essential not only for you but also for the people in your life. Whether you wish to protect your assets and your family’s future or are a professional working closely with clients…
As an artist, performer or influences, your work encompasses a range of unique and valuable assets, each demanding special attention and expertise. Whether you are a photographer, musician, author, painter, or performer, the complexities of managing your creative works can be overwhelming. This blog aims to shed light on the importance of specialized estate planning…
If you own your own business, you are up to your ears in day-to-day operations, supporting your employees, communicating with your vendors and contractors, and, of course, doing your core work of providing services to your clients. If you are a doctor, lawyer, or therapist the way your clients count on you, your expertise, and…