Navigating the Code of Civil Procedure in Probate Practice and Creating Advantages for Your Client
Often underestimated and overlooked in Probate litigation, the California Code of Civil Procedure (the “C.C.P.”) offers probate practitioners several meaningful and effective mechanisms for leveraging a client’s position when faced with contested litigation.
Senior Attorney Expands Firm’s Estate Planning Expertise
The addition of Winnie K. Loh to Morrill Law's team of attorneys increases the firm's capacity and expertise in the area of estate planning, probate and trust administration, according to Managing Partner, Joseph M. Morrill. "Winnie brings a wealth of experience...
The FUN of Funding Your Trust: Why It’s Important To Place Assets Into Your Trust
Congratulations – the last signature and notarization goes down and you’ve just created your estate plan! There’s a huge heaviness off your chest knowing your loved ones are protected: your assets are going the way you want, you nominated the guardians of your children, and you named your agent for finances and healthcare.
New Year, New Me: The Benefits of Creating an Estate Plan in 2023
Who would benefit from an estate plan?
Everyone! You don’t need to have children or be elderly, wealthy, or in poor health to create an estate plan. This set of legal documents will make it easier for your family or friends to honor your wishes when you become unable to make decisions for yourself or pass away. Creating an estate plan may seem morbid to some, but the peace of mind is worth it.
Ruth Koller Burke & G. Jeff Coons Named Partners at Morrill Law
Morrill Law has announced that Ruth Koller Burke and G. Jeff Coons have joined the firm as partners. “Both Ruth and Jeff bring outstanding litigation experience to the firm,” stated founder and managing partner, Joseph M. Morrill.
The Madness Begins
MARCH IS HERE!
For some, the dawn of March means sunny skies and the beginning of Spring. For us, March means the bitter end of college basketball season, but the sweet start of the March Madness NCAA tournament.
Pets and Estate Planning
Think back over your holiday shopping. You bought a garish tie for dad, a new sweater for mom, something to embarrass your sibling, and a giant pack of treats, a new bed, and five new toys for your pet. Your pet is family, and you treat them even better than your human family members most of the time.
COVID-19 and Elder Abuse
The last two years have illuminated the growing health concerns that elder adults face amid the COVID-19 pandemic. But what looms in reality is not often talked about on social media or news sources; it is beyond the virus altogether.
Litigation Practice Expands
Morrill Law's litigation practice continues to grow with the addition of attorneys Kayla Liu and Mia Polo. Kayla Liu, a U.C. Hastings College of the Law J.D., will focus her practice on trust and estate litigation and administration, elder abuse issues, and probate...
Morrill Law Announces New Partner
Morrill Law is pleased to announce that Ritzi K. Lam is now a partner of the firm. Ritzi joined Morrill Law in September 2019. Throughout her tenure at the firm, she has proven her effectiveness as a highly skilled attorney and trusted advisor to her clients, stated...