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Setting up your will or creating a trust is essential for determining what happens to your assets once you die. But as you’re considering this process, you may be wondering if the associated costs can be deducted from your taxes. What is Estate...

Divorce is both emotionally and financially stressful. Making tough decisions while your life is changing completely isn’t easy. But one of the tasks you should be sure to remember to do during this complex process is to update your estate plan. What is an Estate...

Death tends to be far from most people’s minds the majority of the time, which makes sense given that it’s a morbid topic of discussion.  However, when it comes to your property and what happens to it when you inevitably do pass on, the topic requires some careful consideration.  You may be surprised to find out...

Risks of Starting a Business With Family Members If you are thinking of starting a business in San Diego, one option you are likely considering is starting a company with a family member. After all, some of the most successful companies in the world began as enterprises...

The Dissolution of a Company (Explained) If you have reached a point with your California company where you are considering closing down, there are multiple tasks you need to tackle right away. Because dissolution may require several steps, it is best you consult an attorney before getting...

Among The Best in San Diego It is truly an honor to be considered one of the 45 best Probate Court lawyers in San Diego.  While hard work and a disciplined approach to my practice over the past 10 years have helped me achieve this rating, there is an equally meaningful measure to the success such an accolade represents. I am grateful to all of our clients who have placed their trust in our...

How to Probate in Court in California Probate in California is a court-supervised process through which a deceased’s person’s will (or lack thereof) is confirmed, their estate is settled, and their assets are transferred to the proper heirs. If you and your family are preparing for probate in San Diego County, it is normal to have a lot of questions. At The Law Office of Kris Mukherji,...

What is Probate? The loss of a loved one is a difficult time for a family. Beyond the emotional challenges, there are often many logistical issues that need to be addressed—potentially including probate. In California, probate is often required for property and assets to be transferred from a deceased person’s estate to their heirs. There are many myths and misconceptions about exactly what...

Special Needs Trust (including First Party and Third Party) Estate planning is complicated—even more so if you have a child, grandchild, or other vulnerable loved one who has special needs. Leaving money, assets, or other property directly to a disabled individual could actually render them ineligible for public benefits. Many programs—Medicaid, Social Security disability, etc—have strict...

When Should You Name a Trust as the Beneficiary of Your 401k/IRA? Defined contribution plans account for an increasing share of American retirement savings. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that the majority of workers now contribute something to a defined contribution retirement plan. Tax-advantaged defined contribution plans—such as 401(k)s and IRAs—can help people...