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If you’ve been waiting to create or update your estate plan, now is the perfect time to finally get it done!  National Estate Planning Awareness Week brings along a great opportunity for you to protect yourself, your loved ones, and leave behind a legacy you can be proud of. What is Estate Planning? The term […]

On September 8th, we have an important holiday to appreciate the special role of grandparents in our families.  As a grandparent, you are likely more focused on celebrating your grandchildren and the joy they bring, and you may want to know if there are ways to help secure their future on Grandparent’s Day. Estate planning […]

As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day here in the US, we often think about the freedoms that we enjoy.  The US Constitution guarantees us a range of liberties that are unique in the world, and have shaped American culture. However, not all of our freedoms are spelled out, and one of the less appreciated […]

If you are a professional educator, then you may be looking forward to a well-earned summer break.  While vacations, home repairs and family time will likely take center stage, there is one task that you should not put aside during your time off.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn about wills and trusts, and […]

As a mother and estate planning attorney, I know how important it is to secure my children’s present and future well-being.  So, as Mother’s Day approaches, I wanted to share my thoughts on the value of helping the mother in your life with her estate planning.  Whether you are her partner, spouse, child, grandchild, or […]

For many of us, estate planning for our family might also include ensuring future care for our furry family members.  At first, this might seem a little odd to include your cat or dog in a trust or will, but its both legal and common!   Because April 11th is National Pet Day, I thought this […]

It feels like we just celebrated the New Year, yet here we are on the cusp of springtime!  Like many people, you might be ready to do some spring cleaning, but have you thought about ‘dusting off’ your trust documents?  This is the perfect time to make sure they are up to date and still […]

A Business Attorney Can Be an Invaluable Resource for A Small Business Navigating The Complexities Of The New Regulations Associated With The Corporate Transparency Act. As reported last month, The Corporate Transparency Act, incorporated within the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2021, has laid down new reporting requirements for small businesses. Small […]

February is the month of love! Valentine’s Day includes thinking about the people in your life that mean the world to you. It’s hard to think about your own passing, but you want to make sure your loved ones are taken care of after you’re gone. One of the best gifts you can give your […]

In a significant move, the U.S. government has mandated millions of businesses to file new corporate transparency reports starting in 2024 in an effort to “combat financial crimes such as money laundering.” This requirement is part of the Corporate Transparency Act, which was enacted as a component of the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020. The […]

Thinking about what happens after you die can be an uncomfortable thing to consider. Oftentimes it’s easy to put off getting your estate plan done because you’re not planning on passing away anytime soon. However, it’s so important to have a plan in place for when the unexpected occurs so that your family won’t be […]

As you come together with your loved ones over the holidays, you have more time to catch up and talk about the future. Oftentimes, we take a vacation from work and do not have daily stresses filling up our lives. These factors create the perfect time to discuss estate planning with your family.  5 Tips […]

Have you ever considered using your estate plan to support a cause close to your heart? If you have more than enough to give, you may consider other options than leaving absolutely everything to your heirs. By incorporating charitable giving into your estate plan, you can leave a lasting legacy and a positive impact on […]

Creating an estate plan is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family if the unexpected were to happen. The loss of a loved one can cause dramatic changes in our lives. In the days, weeks, and months after a loss, you should have time to grieve and reminisce, but too often, […]

Most pet owners will agree: pets are more than just an animal in the house – they are a furry member of the family. When you have a pet, it makes sense that you want to ensure their comfort if something happens and you are unable to take care of them. But many people don’t […]

When you think of estate planning, you may think of naming beneficiaries and passing your assets along to those you love. While that is reason enough for an estate plan, you can also leave a legacy for future generations by passing down your values, wishes, and financial security to those who follow in your footsteps.  […]

Losing a loved one is undoubtedly a difficult experience, and the last thing you want is to burden your family with additional financial stress. Unfortunately, if you pass away unexpectedly without an estate plan in place, your loved ones will likely go through the probate process, which can be both time-consuming and costly. In this […]

Families with special needs individuals should take extra measures during the estate planning process to ensure that their special needs family members will be cared for after the responsible party’s death. Special needs trusts are an important tool to ensure that this happens.  All About Special Needs Trusts A special needs trust is a legal […]

You work hard to provide your family with a healthy, comfortable life. After you die, the last thing you want is for your assets to be tied up in probate when your family needs them most. Probate is the court process of authenticating your will (if you have one) or the administration of distributing your […]

Reid & Hellyer, APC, the venerable Riverside, California law firm which dates back to 1897, announced that attorney Kiki Manti Engel has been named its newest shareholder, effective February 1, 2023. The firm focusses on civil litigation, including the areas of real estate, business, employment, appellate and probate litigation, together with estate planning, bankruptcy representation, […]

If you pass away and have not properly prepared with an estate plan, your assets will fall into probate before they can be distributed to your loved ones. In many cases, probate costs your family time and money they cannot afford when trying to pick up the pieces after your death. What Is Probate? Probate […]

We Take Pleasure in Announcing That Kiki Manti Engel Has Become a Shareholder of Reid & Hellyer, APC Ms. Engel presently serves as the Chair of the Civil Litigation Section of the Riverside County Bar Association. Ms. Engel also presently serves on the board of the Leo A. Deegan Inn of Court. Ms. Engel was the […]

Thinking about estate planning can feel like a burden. You never want to imagine unexpectedly passing away and what would happen to your assets or, more importantly, your children. What do you need to do to start the estate planning process? And what makes the planning different as a single parent? Estate Planning for Single […]