Estate Planning Law Office Of Jonathon L. Petty, Inc.

10/14/2026

October is National Estate Planning Awareness Month! 🍂
Planning for the future is one of the greatest gifts you can give your loved ones. Estate planning isn't just about protecting your assets—it's about protecting your family, honoring your wishes, and making things easier for those you care about most.
Whether you're creating your first estate plan or reviewing documents you already have, now is the perfect time to make sure everything is in order.
At the Estate Planning Law Office of Jonathon L. Petty, we're here to help you plan for tomorrow with confidence and peace of mind.
📞 Contact our office today to take the first step toward protecting what matters most.

10/08/2026

Just Became a Trustee? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Being named a trustee can feel overwhelming. From gathering assets to communicating with beneficiaries, there are important steps to take—and mistakes can be costly.

👉 Learn how to prepare for trust administration and where to start.

Read the full article: https://jonpettylawfirm.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-trust-administration-what-new-trustees-need-to-know/

10/05/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

This month, we stand with those affected by breast cancer and honor the survivors, remember those we’ve lost, and support the families and loved ones walking this journey alongside them.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a reminder of the importance of awareness, early detection, and supporting one another. 💗

Let’s help spread awareness and show our support throughout October.

09/29/2026

📋 Creating a trust is an important step—but it’s only part of the process.

A trust can be carefully prepared to reflect your wishes, but if your assets aren’t properly transferred into the trust, that plan may not work the way you intended.

“Funding” a trust means making sure the right assets are actually owned by the trust. This often-overlooked step can make a significant difference in how your estate is handled and whether your loved ones can avoid unnecessary complications after you’re gone.

So, if you have a trust, an important question to ask is: Is it actually funded correctly?

Read “Funding Your Trust Correctly: Why It Matters More Than Most People Realize” to learn why this step deserves just as much attention as creating the trust itself.

👉 Read the full blog: https://jonpettylawfirm.com/funding-your-trust-correctly-why-it-matters-more-than-most-people-realize/

09/24/2026

🏡 What Happens to Your Home When You Pass Away?

You may know who you want to inherit your home—but do you know how the property will actually transfer to them?

The way your home is titled can make a big difference. Whether it’s owned individually, jointly, or held in a living trust can affect whether probate is required and how smoothly the property can be transferred to your beneficiaries.

Our latest article explains what homeowners should know about real estate, wills, trusts, and estate planning—and why your deed and estate plan need to work together.

👉 Read the full article: https://jonpettylawfirm.com/your-estate-plan-and-your-home-what-happens-to-real-estate-after-you-pass-away/

09/16/2026

Blended families often have unique estate planning needs. ❤️

When you have children from a prior relationship, simply leaving everything to your spouse may not ensure that your children are protected or receive the inheritance you intended.

A thoughtful estate plan can help address questions about inheritances, trusts, future family changes, and how assets should ultimately be distributed.

Our blog explores important estate planning considerations for blended families and ways to help protect children from prior relationships.

👉 Read the full article: https://jonpettylawfirm.com/estate-planning-for-blended-families-protecting-children-from-prior-relationships/

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers in our communities.

We hope you have a safe and relaxing Labor Day weekend spent with family and friends. ❤️

09/02/2026

Losing a spouse is difficult enough without having to navigate the legal and financial responsibilities that follow. ❤️

For surviving spouses, understanding what happens next can make the process a little less overwhelming. Probate and trust administration can involve important deadlines, paperwork, asset transfers, and other decisions that need careful attention.

Our blog breaks down what surviving spouses should know and what to expect during the administration process.

👉 Read the full article: https://jonpettylawfirm.com/what-surviving-spouses-need-to-know-about-probate-and-trust-administration/

08/26/2026

🐾 Happy National Dog Day! 🐾

Today is the perfect excuse to celebrate the loyal companions who bring so much joy, love, and laughter into our lives. ❤️

Give your four-legged family member an extra treat, a long walk, and plenty of belly rubs today!

🐶 Share a photo of your favorite furry friend in the comments—we'd love to see them!

02/21/2026

We are excited to share some wonderful news: Estate Planning Law Office Of Jonathon L. Petty, Inc., has been nominated for The Fresno Bee’s Best of Central California in the Law category under Estate Law and wanted to send out this special announcement!

While we don’t know who nominated us, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to whoever did. We are truly humbled and grateful to be recognized in this way. Best of Central California is more than just a contest- it’s a celebration of our communities and the local favorites people know, trust, and love. Being included is an honor, and with your help, we would love to win!

Here’s how to vote:
1. Visit https://www.votebocc.com/ & select the Law category
2. Select the Estate category
3. Scroll and select Estate Planning Law Office Of Jonathon L. Petty, Inc.
4. Select Review & Cast My Ballot+
5. Click Submit Ballot

***You can vote once per day through March 6th on multiple devices!*** We would sincerely appreciate your support. We also encourage you to save the link so you can easily access it each day to cast your vote.

If you experience any issues or have questions, please feel free to call us—we’re always happy to help.

Your support truly means the world to us. As we enter our 12th year of business, we want to thank you for the trust and confidence you place in us. It is our genuine pleasure to serve you.

Warm regards,

Ramona

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