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Trustee Responsibilities Explained: California Estate Guide

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Feb 27, 2026

Trustee responsibilities explained in depth for California families. Learn duties, legal compliance, potential risks, and effective trust administration.

The Importance of Regularly Reviewing Your Estate Plan

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Feb 27, 2026

What is an Estate Plan and Why Does it Matter? An estate plan is a comprehensive set of legal documents and strategies designed to manage and distribute your assets after your death or during incapacitation. At its core, an estate plan ensures that your wishes are honored, your loved ones are provided for, and your…

Busted For Marijuana Resin?

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Feb 27, 2026

Arrested for Marijuana Resin But I Have A Medical Marijuana Card Have you recently been arrested, busted or cited for possession of marijuana resin in California? Do you have a marijuana card valid in California? If you answered “yes” to both of those questions, call me (Attorney Eric Ridley) immediately. We can help with your…

Top Reasons People Choose Ridley Law Offices for Estate Planning as Homeowners in California

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Feb 27, 2026

An overview of why California homeowners choose Ridley Law Offices for estate planning services.

Estate Planning For 2025

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Feb 26, 2026

Welcome to 2025! Many of us will be glad to leave 2024 behind. Personally, although it was a challenge, I’m also profoundly grateful for many things in my life, and for the perspective I gained in 2024 And we now have an opportunity to start 2025 prepared for anything. You can do the responsible thing…

The Role of Probate Attorneys in Handling Estate Debts

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Feb 26, 2026

The Role of Probate Attorneys in Handling Estate Debts When a loved one passes away, the emotional weight can be overwhelming. Add to this the complexity of managing their estate, and the process can quickly become daunting. One of the critical aspects of estate management is handling any debts left behind. This is where a…

Estate Planning for High-Value Real Estate Investments

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Feb 26, 2026

Estate Planning for High-Value Real Estate Investments Estate planning is often associated with wills and trusts, but when it comes to high-value real estate investments, the stakes are higher and the strategies more complex. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or new to the game, understanding how to protect and pass on your properties effectively is…

Probate Timeline in California: What Families Need to Know in 2025

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Feb 26, 2026

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Who owns your AI and Digital Art When You Die?

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Feb 26, 2026

Your AI Tools and Digital Creations Are Part of Your Estate. Does Your Plan Know That? If you’ve done any estate planning, you’ve probably thought about the obvious stuff: your home, savings, maybe family heirlooms. But there’s a category most people haven’t considered at all: your AI tools and digital creations may be part of…

Why Your LLC Operating Agreement Might Matter More Than Your Will

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Feb 25, 2026

Your LLC Operating Agreement Might Matter More Than Your Will When people think about estate planning, they focus on wills and trusts. Those documents matter, but if you own a business, especially an LLC, there’s another document that may control what actually happens to your company when you die: your operating agreement. Most business owners…

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