Walnut Creek Elder Law

10/13/2026

Estate planning can help bring peace of mind to you and your family. Watch this fictional family’s story, then learn about estate planning and elder law services from Michael J. Young at Walnut Creek Elder Law. Remote representation is available throughout California.

To get started, send an inquiry at https://walnutcreekelderlaw.com or call (925) 256-0298.

AI-generated dramatization. All people and voices shown are fictional and AI-generated—not actual clients or recordings of Michael J. Young. General information only; not legal advice.

10/12/2026

Happy Columbus Day from all of us at Walnut Creek Elder Law.

10/12/2026

Curious how remote estate-planning representation works? This animated video walks through the steps—from the first conversation to document review and signing. Walnut Creek Elder Law represents clients remotely throughout California. Learn more: https://walnutcreekelderlaw.com/2025/12/09/remote/ or call (925) 256-0298. General information only—not legal advice.

10/09/2026

Discovering another will after an estate has been distributed can create complicated family disputes. The document's validity, timing, and effect on the prior probate all matter.

What are the rules after a Closed Probate? Can you add things to your estate after that milestone is reached?

10/07/2026

For a California estate with real property, early attention to the home's mortgage, insurance, expenses, valuation, and ownership can help avoid preventable problems during probate. https://bit.ly/4xmeg8P

10/05/2026

A California home held in a revocable living trust generally passes according to the trust rather than through formal probate. How property is titled can make a major difference after death.

What happens during a routine California Probate? In today's post, we look at this and offer suggestions and tips for your convenience.

10/03/2026

If someone you love has been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's, the time to plan is now, while they can still sign a power of attorney, an advance health care directive, and a living trust. This episode explains why capacity matters, the three documents that matter most, what happens if a famil...

10/03/2026

In California, families can reduce probate complications by gathering complete financial records, reviewing tax documents, searching for investments, and maintaining detailed administration records. https://bit.ly/4qonwr6

10/01/2026

New podcast episode: Remote Representation Throughout California

You don't have to come to a law office to get your estate plan done. In this short episode, learn how California families can work with attorney Michael J. Young from anywhere in the state: a consultation by phone or video, an online questionnaire, documents emailed or mailed to you for review, and signing with a notary at your home or nearby.

Listen here (about 2 minutes):
https://lawyoung1.podbean.com/e/estate-planning-from-home-work-with-an-elder-law-attorney-anywhere-in-california/

Questions? Call (925) 256-0298.

This post is general information, not legal advice.

How California families can work with an elder law and estate planning attorney from anywhere in the state, without leaving home. Attorney Michael J. Young explains how remote representation works: a consultation by phone or video, a confidential online questionnaire, documents emailed or mailed to....

10/01/2026

California probate courts generally seek finality, but legitimate legal issues can require additional proceedings. Newly discovered assets and evidence of misconduct may warrant further review. https://bit.ly/4qonwr6