Disclaimer

Some pages on this website may reference laws or legal interpretations that are no longer current. Laws change, courts interpret them differently, and every case is unique. The information provided here is for general educational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal advice about your specific situation.
You are not our client unless and until we enter into a written fee agreement, signed by both you and us, that clearly states the scope of legal work we are undertaking on your behalf. Until that time, please consult directly with an attorney of your choosing to obtain advice tailored to your circumstances.

Call: 916-307-4627
Click to send an Email to John

Kinkade estate dispute UPDATE

Posted by John B. Palley on Monday, July 2nd, 2012 in Celeb Estates
no Comment.

I just read the article on the Sacramento Bee’s website (sacbee.com) about the Thomas Kinkade estate dispute. What a horribly unnecessary waste of legal resources!

With just a little bit of estate planning Mr. Kinkade could avoid his legal wife and apparent girlfriend from fighting in Court. Each has to hire at least one attorney and drag the laundry right through the Court of public opinion.

He was legally separated from his wife and thus he was free to change his estate plan if he wanted to. Maybe he did want to give his estate to his girlfriend!? That’s great. That’s his privilege and with some simple estate planning documents that could be accomplished. Or maybe he wanted to leave everything to his wife of 30 years even though they were legally separated. Again, that could be accomplished with some simple estate planning work.

In all cases just hire an experienced estate planning attorney and get it done right! Avoid the fights after death!

LINK TO ARTICLE

Archives

© California Probate Attorney

Useful Links | Privacy Policy

Call Us Today