Lessons from Celebrity Estates: The Case of Liam Payne

Liam Payne, a celebrated former member of One Direction, tragically passed away in October 2024 at the age of 31 after a fall from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. At the time of his death, his estate was valued at an estimated $32.2 million. However, Payne did not leave behind a will, leading [...]

By |2025-05-13T16:52:07+00:00May 13th, 2025|Assets, Estate Planning, Living Trust, Planning, Property, Trust, Trust Administration, Will|Comments Off on Lessons from Celebrity Estates: The Case of Liam Payne

Proactive Steps to Protect Your Assets Through Estate Planning: The Importance of a Good Estate Planning Lawyer

Estate planning is a critical process that goes far beyond drafting a will. It requires careful strategizing to preserve, protect, and transfer your wealth while minimizing legal complications and tax liabilities. A skilled estate planning lawyer can make all the difference, ensuring your assets are safeguarded and your legacy is secure. Here’s how to [...]

By |2025-04-18T20:08:03+00:00April 18th, 2025|Assets, Estate Planning, Living Trust, Planning, Property, Trust, Trust Administration, Will|Comments Off on Proactive Steps to Protect Your Assets Through Estate Planning: The Importance of a Good Estate Planning Lawyer

Choosing the Best Estate Planning Attorney in California

Determine your needs Seek Recommendations Verify Credentials Evaluate Experience Research Reputation Schedule A Consulation Assess Communication Ensure Accessibility Finding the right estate planning attorney is essential to secure your future and protect your assets. At the Law Offices of Tony J. Tyre, we are dedicated to making this process simple and effective. Here are [...]

By |2025-04-01T18:06:57+00:00March 25th, 2025|Assets, Estate Planning, Living Trust, Successor, Trust, Trust Administration|Comments Off on Choosing the Best Estate Planning Attorney in California

Essential Steps for Successor Trustees: Proper Trust Administration and Legal Compliance

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By |2025-01-17T19:02:06+00:00August 29th, 2024|Successor, Trust, Trust Administration, Trustee, Videos|Comments Off on Essential Steps for Successor Trustees: Proper Trust Administration and Legal Compliance

Special Needs Trusts Part 2: Selecting a Trustee

Previously, I discussed the types and applications of various Special Needs Trusts (SNTs). I highly encourage you to review the previous article for comprehensive information on the subject. However, here is a brief synopsis of my previous article for your reference: A Special Needs Trust is a type of trust created to address the long-term [...]

By |2024-07-18T16:01:06+00:00July 18th, 2024|Living Trust, Special Needs Trust, Trust, Trust Administration|Comments Off on Special Needs Trusts Part 2: Selecting a Trustee

Short Explanation of Trust Terms By Attorney Allyson S.Heller of Tyre Law Group, Covina

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRx5ormTXAg There can be some confusion regarding the different terminology associated with Trusts. Attorney Allyson S. Heller sits down to discuss the most important Trust terms. Trustor, sometimes referred to as the Settler or Grantor., A Trustor is the person or in the case of a married couple the persons who create and [...]

By |2024-07-31T23:47:32+00:00June 29th, 2024|Trust, Trustee|Comments Off on Short Explanation of Trust Terms By Attorney Allyson S.Heller of Tyre Law Group, Covina

San Gabriel Valley’s Best “Living Trust Attorney” and Best “Legal Services”

We are honored to be voted once again as San Gabriel Valley’s best in "Living Trust Attorney" and "Legal Services" by Pasadena Star-News, San Gabriel Valley Tribune, and Whittier Daily News. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our clients for this esteemed recognition. Recently featured in USA Today’s "Estate Planning 101," we are dedicated to [...]

By |2024-06-19T14:46:32+00:00May 28th, 2024|Awards and Recognitions, Living Trust, Trust, Trust Administration|Comments Off on San Gabriel Valley’s Best “Living Trust Attorney” and Best “Legal Services”

Most Trusts Need To Be Closed By Tony J. Tyre, Esq.

Many people visit our office holding their parents' family home within a trust created by their parents, often years after both parents have passed away. What most of these people don't realize is that once a trust has fulfilled its purpose, it should typically be defunded, and the assets should be transferred to a new [...]

By |2024-07-09T03:41:59+00:00May 21st, 2024|Trust, Trustee|Comments Off on Most Trusts Need To Be Closed By Tony J. Tyre, Esq.

Trusts and Wills: What’s The Difference Between a Trust and Will?

Understanding the Differences & Benefits of Trusts and Wills in Estate Planning Covina, CA Trusts and Wills are the two of the most commonly used estate planning documents, and they form the foundation of most estate plans. While both documents are legal vehicles designed to distribute your assets in Covina, and through California, how they [...]

By |2024-07-08T19:25:37+00:00April 22nd, 2024|Trust, Will|Comments Off on Trusts and Wills: What’s The Difference Between a Trust and Will?

Amending Your Trust After Marriage—the Omitted Spouse Doctrine
By William C. Mason, III, Of Counsel

Marriage changes a lot of things—but should it change your existing trust? To answer that question, let’s look at a hypothetical: John has two children: Dick and Jane. John purchases a home on Evergreen Lane and transfers that home into the John Doe Revocable Trust. Wanting to leave his children a tangible asset that can [...]

By |2024-02-21T23:10:46+00:00October 5th, 2023|Inheritance, Property, Successor, Trust|Comments Off on Amending Your Trust After Marriage—the Omitted Spouse Doctrine
By William C. Mason, III, Of Counsel
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