Lagerlof, LLP Partners Nominated for the Los Angeles Business Journal 2026 Valley Women’s Leadership Awards

Lagerlof, LLP Partners Nominated for the Los Angeles Business Journal 2026 Valley Women’s Leadership Awards Lagerlof, LLP Partners, Jamie N. Gonzalez and Dena L. Klotz, have been selected as nominees for the 2026 Valley Women’s Leadership Awards, presented by the Los Angeles Business Journal. The Valley Women’s Leadership Awards recognize outstanding women leaders who are […]
What Is the Role of a Private Fiduciary in Wealth and Estate Management?

What Is the Role of a Private Fiduciary in Wealth and Estate Management? Executive Summary -A private fiduciary is a neutral professional appointed to manage financial, legal, or personal affairs on behalf of another individual. -Private fiduciaries often serve as trustees, executors, agents under powers of attorney, or conservators. -Their role is especially valuable in […]
What is the Probate Process in California?

What is the Probate Process in California? Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s estate is administered and distributed according to their will, or if they passed away without a will (intestate), according to California state law. The probate process is generally time-consuming and costly, and is often complex, which is why […]
How Creating a Trust Can Help Avoid Probate in California

How Creating a Trust Can Help Avoid Probate in California Probate is a court-supervised process that can be time-consuming, expensive, and stressful for heirs. In California, probate can take anywhere from nine months to several years, depending on the complexity of the estate. Fortunately, creating a trust is one of the most effective ways to avoid […]
10 Things to Know if You are a Beneficiary in a Probate Case

Are you a beneficiary in a probate case? Probate can be a long process that many think is avoided with a will. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. If you are a beneficiary in a probate case, there are several important things you should know and consider.