What Does a Trust Lawyer Do? Roles and Responsibilities

Estate planning is more than just filling out forms or drafting documents. It’s about making informed decisions to safeguard your assets, fulfill your responsibilities, and carry out your wishes exactly as you intend. One critical player in this process is the trust lawyer, who helps you build and manage trusts effectively while addressing the many

Trustee Incapacitation: How a Successor Trustee Takes Over

Planning for the unexpected is one of the cornerstones of estate management. One scenario that often gets overlooked is what happens if the person managing your trust can no longer fulfill their duties. At Blacksburg Law, we’ve guided countless families through estate planning, trust administration, and probate, ensuring all parties understand their roles and responsibilities.

Disinheritance in California: When a Parent Favors One Child

Ever see a situation where one sibling inherits everything while another is cut out entirely? When a parent favors one child in an estate plan, it can raise tensions over fairness, family harmony, and legal rights. In California, a parent can generally pass on assets any way they choose, though there are rules to watch

Elevating Your Estate Planning with Financial Advisors

Estate planning means making thoughtful choices today to protect your hard work and care for your loved ones. At Blacksburg Law, we simplify the process, offering clear guidance to help you create a plan that reflects your values and goals, so you can feel confident in your decisions. The Role of Financial Advisors Financial advisors

What Happens to Property Not in a Trust?

Imagine this: You’ve worked hard to build your life and gather assets, but what happens if you haven’t placed them into a trust? Many people overlook this crucial step and the consequences can be frustrating, costly, and stressful for loved ones left behind. At Blacksburg Law, we focus on helping families avoid these headaches through

Will Contests – Grounds for Challenging a Will

Have you seen families grow apart over disagreements about a loved one’s will? Instead of mourning, they might find themselves in court disputing its validity—a more common issue than many realize. At Blacksburg Law, we help create solid estate plans to avoid these disputes and handle will contests when they arise. Led by Michael Blacksburg,