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LA Probate Law to Safeguard the Interest of the Elderly

May 28, 2015Article, Probate

Why should you be looking at the LA probate law?

Are you an elderly person living in LA worried about what will happen to your belongings and assets after you have died? Do you want your property and assets to be passed on to your loved ones in the right manner? Do you wish your belongings to be owned by responsible and well-deserving friends and relatives once you’re no longer living in this world? Do you want your loved ones to live in peace even after your departure from their lives? Do you want to set up a trust or pass on all your wealth and belongings to a charitable organization after you take your last breath? If your answer is a resounding ‘yes’ to any or all of these questions then it’s high time you start taking a look at the LA probate law and take the requisite steps in order to ensure that whatever you’ve accumulated all throughout your life stays in safe hands even after you’ve gone. 

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A lot of probate cases have been running in US courts for years just because the deceased failed to formulate a well-defined will or didn’t choose the right executor of his/her will. The main aim of LA probate law is to make sure that the deceased’s property and assets are passed on to the right beneficiaries and the probate process is completed in the least possible time. LA probate law is highly flexible and have been designed most carefully with their primary focus being on the right transfer of property of the deceased in a conflict-free manner. Also the law aims to provide maximum protection for the elderly and make sure that the property and possessions of the elderly are not misused or mislead.

LA probate law for the common problems that the elderly face

The most common problem faced by the elderly today is the misuse of their assets and property by their kids who tend to take advantage of their physical weakness and disabilities. US jurisdiction has witnessed countless number of probate cases wherein the relatives of the elderly forged their signatures and formulated fake wills in their names. Also many a time signature is also forged on documents, contracts, bank checks etc. which intend to use the property and the money of the elderly in a manner against their wishes. All of this is considered abuse of the elderly by the law. LA probate law is highly stringent and do not allow defaulters to get away easily. If proven guilty, the court of law takes serious action against the miscreants.

LA probate law tackles major conflicts efficiently

The exploitation of the property and assets of the elderly is highly common and is often done by close friends, kids and relatives. In order to recover the stolen property and assets and transfer their ownership to the elderly, a lot of provisions have been made in the LA probate law. The LA probate lawmakers are consistently working with various elderly protection agencies and third party organizations in order to make sure that the elderly are able to quickly recover their stolen wealth and property and are able to live with their dignity in comfort. Elderly can always approach the court of law along with an attorney in case they are exploited or abused and can demand for justice to be served. Very often the elderly lose the alertness of their mind due to old age and are wrongly or forcefully made to sign on fake documents or forged wills. If someone dares to do so and his/her crime is proven, strict action is taken against the criminal. US probate law aim to transfer the property of the deceased to the rightful beneficiaries and intend to make sure that the property and belongings of the deceased are not misused by those who receive their ownership later on. The LA probate law take the probate process extremely seriously and if no will exists, a trustworthy blood relative is appointed as the executor who can wisely split the property and assets of the departed person among the relatives and friends who rightly deserve the ownership. In some cases the elderly lose their cognitive functionality and are unable to make a correct and conscious decision in regard with their estate and possessions. In such cases, the court of law takes the task in hand and follows a well-defined procedure in order for right property transfer to take place.

Common recommendations of LA probate law

It is strongly advised that the elderly prepare a highly detailed and well-defined will under the guidance of a well-qualified and experienced probate lawyer who understands the nuances of the LA probate law. The will should be prepared in a manner which can lead to maximum avoidance of any subsequent mismanagement of flaw. Also various serious issues such as joint ownership of any property or policy, taxes, outstanding payments and debt, insurances etc. should be taken into account in advance. The will should nominate an executor or a representative who can intelligently execute the will and distribute the deceased’s property and possessions in a manner desired by the deceased. Also if the elderly wish that their property and assets be donated to some charitable organization after their death, it should be specified clearly in the will along with the complete name of the organization and the cause for which they wish their charity to be used. The elderly who have a lot of wealth can also arrange for a trust to be set up in their name using their resources for the cause of their choice.

 

 

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A graduate of Boston University School of Law, Scott P. Schomer is a frequent lecturer on estate planning and elder law issues, having discussed these important issues on local and national television. A seasoned courtroom advocate, Scott has obtained combined judgments and verdicts in excess of twenty-five million dollars for his clients. Scott has served as a member of the Los Angeles Superior Court Probate Volunteer Panel (PVP Attorney), Probate Settlement Panel and a Judge Pro Tempore. Scott's expertise has been recognized by his peers with such accolades as a life-time membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, the Five Star Wealth Manager designation, and repeated nominations as California Super Lawyer.
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