Liu Shair Law

05/17/2026

Today, we paid a visit to in Hayward so we could thank them for all their efforts to fundraise for this month. This Costco location does an amazing job with their staff members setting up events throughout the month to raise funds. Though finances have been tough for many lately, customers are still generous in their donations and the staff does so much to promote this important cause. While we were at the store, we heard the cowbells celebrating donations ring many times. The staff were excited to meet Ripley, hear his UCSF story, and learn about how well he’s doing now, thanks to the care he received. The final two photos are of the card he drew: Costco + Children’s Miracle Network + UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital = 💗

05/13/2026

We are in the middle of what has started being called Maycember: the manic time of year when parents find themselves drowning in end-of-school activities, sporting events, concerts, awards, teacher appreciation days, graduation rituals, bake sales, summer camp paperwork, and Memorial Day plans. (Dictionary.com)

On top of all that, we find that many families are either trying to finish up their Estate Plans before summer or are starting the process so that they can hopefully finish before the next school year starts. It’s a busy time and people are trying to get a lot done. Amidst it all, it’s important to take your time to do things thoroughly and keep yourself on track if you have a hard deadline for completing your goals.

05/01/2026

The year has flown by and somehow it’s already May! This means that Costcos around the U.S. are fundraising to support local children’s hospitals.

If you’re in the Bay Area, your contributions will support UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals. You may even see my son’s updated poster at your Costco store.

Children’s health services are always needed and children’s hospitals need more financial support than ever. I know finances have been tough for so many families; if you’re at Costco and are able to make a contribution at the register, please know that it makes a big difference in the lives of local children.

04/01/2026

During the Estate Planning process, we set up Health Care Directives, which designate who you trust to make your health care decisions if you cannot. We also discuss health care wishes, including about end of life treatment and organ donation.

I recently came across this great graphic that highlights some of the ways organ donation can make a difference. I hope this information is helpful if you are considering being an organ donor and wondering how organs can be used for transplantation.

03/24/2026

I've shared with clients and in seminars about the importance of media literacy, pausing to verify information/check sources, and being aware of misinformation (even if it may be innocuous). It seems like a good time to share again because as people are spending even more time on screens, there are more concerns about consumption and dissemination of false news or fake stories.

At this point, many people on social media have algorithms that are consistently feeding them posts that include fake news, fabricated stories, and AI generated images/content. Many of the feel good stories are heart warming and while it may not bother some people that the stories are not true, others may not want to share made up stories. Other types of posts can be more troubling, purporting to be news about prominent political figures, celebrities, or events. Some of the fake news posts are shared by people who think the stories are positive and align with their values or political views. For these though, I do believe that most individuals would want to know that the information is not true and that they would not share the posts if they were aware.

If you read/see something that seems even a little "too good to be true", hasn't been reported by any news sources, or includes an image that looks too polished/staged and could be AI generated, I highly recommend taking a moment to fact check to verify it is true before believing it or sharing it. In fact, by spending time to read and then sharing such posts, your social media algorithm is tuning into the fact that you consume/appreciate this kind of content. Consequently, you will continue to see more of these sorts of posts.

Here is a good post from Cornell about this topic: https://alumni.cornell.edu/cornellians/media-literacy-tips/

If your algorithm has has this problem, you are looking for more tips on media literacy, or you have questions on how to spot a hoax, please feel free to reach out to me. I know that I may be more hypervigilant than others about this topic and some may feel that I care too much about this. Trust me that in my profession, we are constantly hearing from people who have read inaccurate information that we have to correct. It isn't always easy to educate others when they already have a set belief based on what they read online or through AI.

As technology continues to grow and people increasingly use online media for a combination of both entertainment and knowledge, I believe these issues will become even more important.

To avoid consuming—and spreading—misinformation, check out these handy, no-nonsense guidelines from Big Red librarians

03/15/2026

I’m currently out of the office for my children’s spring break, which means I’m still checking email daily, but not holding appointments. It was so meaningful to receive this review from a recent client, who had experiences with other firms prior to getting in touch with me.

It is important to me that my Estate Planning process is comprehensive, customized, and compassionate. The process isn’t instantaneous; it requires both the clients and me to take time to get to know each other so that the Estate Planning we come up with is one that meets their needs, that they understand, and that actually works because they know what to do to fund their Trust.

Thank you for trusting me through our step by step approach to Estate Planning designed to provide peace and security for you and your loved ones.

03/07/2026

This is who you are asking to be your Estate Planning attorney.

I’ve seen this trend on Instagram lately; if you haven’t seen it, it’s where individuals show childhood photos of themselves with a caption about what they do now as an adult.

I was inspired to make this post because I had a signing appointment today with a couple who brought their almost four year old daughter with them. She was a patient, kind, and sweet little child who reminded me how every adult was once a child.

As children, we have many dreams and goals. Getting to grow up and support others is such a blessing. Estate Planning is the ultimate gift of love and being able to guide families in this process is such an honor.

02/27/2026

Before starting the Estate Planning process, you will need to do your research then have a consultation with potential attorneys. Set yourself up for success with these tips. It is vital that the consultation is a dialogue where both you and the attorney are asking questions and getting the answers you need to determine if there is a good fit. This requires that you are transparent about your goals and any dynamics that should be considered when developing your comprehensive and customized Estate Plan.

02/14/2026

It’s the last day of Congenital Heart Defect Awareness (CHD) Week and we just received an amazing gift for our heart warrior. There is a fantastic non-profit organization (The Superhero Project) that interviews kids with complex medical needs then based on that information, an artist creates a superhero.

Here is the story and design that was created for my son, who received open heart surgery at just 30 days old due to a CHD called Tetralogy of Fallot. I don’t think that it could have been a more perfect representation of him. Ripley was so excited and looks forward to putting the poster up in his room when it comes in the mail. The artist, Cam Kendell, is so talented and we’re grateful for his and the org’s work.

“Thoughtful and generous, Flashy Kid fights for justice! He knows that fairness is the golden rule. This creative young hero uses his imagination to conjure up whatever people need — if one person has something that others don’t, his generous magic makes enough copies so that everyone has access to the same stuff. Flashy Kid is also on a mission to stop crime! He carries a sword to slash through obstacles and a shield to protect everyone, and his amazing soccer ball arrows stop bad guys in their tracks. Loyal lion sidekick Fiery Defender soars along on every adventure with his jetpack and is always ready for action with his slingshot. This resourceful dynamic duo flies around the world, encouraging equality and banning bad behavior. Though Flashy Kid towers over the crowd in his custom mech suit, he is still approachable, a great friend, and an extremely resourceful superhero. Bottles of Sprite keep his legendary energy going strong and we all learn from his honesty. Flashy Kid is making the world better place each and every day - he is a true champion for justice!”

01/23/2026

Oftentimes, the mail we receive is not that exciting. It is so meaningful during the holiday season to receive holiday cards and to sometimes receive thoughtful thank you cards. Working with clients on this personal process is such a blessing.