We are proud to announce that Attorney Justin M. Kennedy has been selected to the... [Read more...]
Still Fighting: The Estate Planning Legacy of Shannen Doherty
Shannen Doherty spent years fighting breast cancer with courage and candor. In her final days,... [Read more...]
Declare Your Independence From Intestacy
Every Fourth of July, we celebrate the right to determine our own destiny. Yet many... [Read more...]
When Estate Planning Documents Say One Thing—and Mean Another
Two recent conversations at Summit, one about blended family planning and one about trust language,... [Read more...]
What Happens to a Living Trust When the First Spouse Dies? A Trusts and AB Trusts Explained (VIDEO)
One of the most common questions married couples ask when creating an estate plan is:... [Read more...]
Proposition 19: The California Property Tax Law That Changed Everything
California’s Proposition 19 changed the way families think about inherited property, property tax reassessment, and... [Read more...]
Incapacity Planning: Assert Control While You Can
Most people associate estate planning with death. Incapacity planning raises a different, more immediate question:... [Read more...]
That Would Never Happen: The Most Dangerous Words in Estate Planning
One of the most common—and dangerous—phrases in Estate Planning is “that would never happen.” This... [Read more...]
IRS Warning: The 2026 Dirty Dozen Tax Scams
As we approach the end of another tax season, it’s a good time to review... [Read more...]
How to Choose a Successor Trustee for Your Living Trust in California
When people hear about the benefits of a living trust, they are often drawn to... [Read more...]
Heart and Foresight: Meet Associate Attorney Rianne Lu
Older adults who undertake estate planning sometimes feel anxious as they navigate sensitive decisions about... [Read more...]
Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Named Best in Silicon Valley for Second Consecutive Year
Litherland, Kennedy & Associates is proud to announce that the firm has been named 2026... [Read more...]
