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Key Takeaways Introduction Narcissists thrive off of manipulation and control, often seeking power for themselves, which can create a terrible formula when you introduce [...]
Key Takeaways Introduction Narcissists thrive off of manipulation and control, often seeking power for themselves, which can create a terrible formula when you introduce […]
Scott Rahn was featured in USA TODAY in an article examining the rising legal costs and disputes associated with inheritances. As the largest intergenerational [...]
Scott Rahn was featured in USA TODAY in an article examining the rising legal costs and disputes associated with inheritances. As the largest intergenerational […]
Scott Rahn was recently quoted in CNBC in an article examining the growing trend of “givers’ regret” among high net worth individuals and families. [...]
Scott Rahn was recently quoted in CNBC in an article examining the growing trend of “givers’ regret” among high net worth individuals and families. […]
Key Takeaways Introduction A trust contest is a legal challenge to the validity of a trust, but it is likely to be unsuccessful unless [...]
Key Takeaways Introduction A trust contest is a legal challenge to the validity of a trust, but it is likely to be unsuccessful unless […]
Key Takeaways Introduction When you have a family member who is no longer functioning at their full mental capacity or is unable to make [...]
Key Takeaways Introduction When you have a family member who is no longer functioning at their full mental capacity or is unable to make […]
Key Takeaways Introduction A trust protector is a third-party individual who is given expanded powers over the management of a trust by the trust’s [...]
Key Takeaways Introduction A trust protector is a third-party individual who is given expanded powers over the management of a trust by the trust’s […]
Elder financial abuse by family members is more common than you may think, and California courts have been cracking down on it more and [...]
Elder financial abuse by family members is more common than you may think, and California courts have been cracking down on it more and […]
An executor can override a beneficiary if they need to do so to follow the terms of the will or the probate laws of the [...]
An executor can override a beneficiary if they need to do so to follow the terms of the will or the probate laws of the […]
Executive Summary Introduction A will’s executor is responsible for managing and administering the estate as outlined by the terms of the will. An executor [...]
Executive Summary Introduction A will’s executor is responsible for managing and administering the estate as outlined by the terms of the will. An executor […]
The person who sets up a trust appoints one or more trustees to manage the trust assets for the benefit of the trust’s beneficiaries. According to [...]
The person who sets up a trust appoints one or more trustees to manage the trust assets for the benefit of the trust’s beneficiaries. According to […]
As is often the case with legal matters, the answer to the question “Can creditors take money from a trust?” is, “It depends.” If [...]
As is often the case with legal matters, the answer to the question “Can creditors take money from a trust?” is, “It depends.” If […]
The death of a spouse is one of life’s most emotionally challenging events, and that sudden change can also create financial uncertainty. While many [...]
The death of a spouse is one of life’s most emotionally challenging events, and that sudden change can also create financial uncertainty. While many […]
Upon losing her husband, a surviving wife’s inheritance will be determined based on a combination of state law, the husband’s last will and testament, [...]
Upon losing her husband, a surviving wife’s inheritance will be determined based on a combination of state law, the husband’s last will and testament, […]
A trustee does not need beneficiary approval to sell trust property. However, a trustee who wants to avoid litigation would be wise to at [...]
A trustee does not need beneficiary approval to sell trust property. However, a trustee who wants to avoid litigation would be wise to at […]
Executive Summary Introduction When people pass away, they often leave behind bank accounts, investment accounts, retirement accounts, real property (homes, rental properties, etc.) and [...]
Executive Summary Introduction When people pass away, they often leave behind bank accounts, investment accounts, retirement accounts, real property (homes, rental properties, etc.) and […]
A life estate is a type of real property interest that grants someone ownership rights for their lifetime or someone else’s lifetime, and grants [...]
A life estate is a type of real property interest that grants someone ownership rights for their lifetime or someone else’s lifetime, and grants […]
Executive Summary Introduction Contrary to popular belief, an estate is more than just a mansion or piece of property. When someone passes away, all [...]
Executive Summary Introduction Contrary to popular belief, an estate is more than just a mansion or piece of property. When someone passes away, all […]
If you believe your inheritance has been stolen, the first step is to contact an experienced probate litigation attorney. They can help you understand [...]
If you believe your inheritance has been stolen, the first step is to contact an experienced probate litigation attorney. They can help you understand […]
Meghan Glaspy, Managing Partner of RMO LLP’s Orange County office, has been elected as a board member of the Orange County chapter of the [...]
Meghan Glaspy, Managing Partner of RMO LLP’s Orange County office, has been elected as a board member of the Orange County chapter of the […]
Meghan Glaspy, Managing Partner of RMO LLP’s Orange County office, has been elected the 2025 Secretary of the Orange County Estate Planning Council. Meghan [...]
Meghan Glaspy, Managing Partner of RMO LLP’s Orange County office, has been elected the 2025 Secretary of the Orange County Estate Planning Council. Meghan […]
Mathew M. Wrenshall, Managing Partner of RMO LLP’s Pasadena office, contributed to the Daily Journal with a column discussing the strategic use of the [...]
Mathew M. Wrenshall, Managing Partner of RMO LLP’s Pasadena office, contributed to the Daily Journal with a column discussing the strategic use of the […]
Scott Rahn, Founding Partner of RMO LLP, has been newly elected as a committee member to the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) [...]
Scott Rahn, Founding Partner of RMO LLP, has been newly elected as a committee member to the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) […]
California-based probate litigation law firm RMO LLP announced that it has elevated trust and estate litigation attorney Meghan M. Glaspy to Partner where she [...]
California-based probate litigation law firm RMO LLP announced that it has elevated trust and estate litigation attorney Meghan M. Glaspy to Partner where she […]
Matthew Bourque, Managing Attorney of RMO LLP’s Dallas office, was featured in Houston local television station KHOU 11’s VERIFY segment. Providing fact-checked stories and [...]
Matthew Bourque, Managing Attorney of RMO LLP’s Dallas office, was featured in Houston local television station KHOU 11’s VERIFY segment. Providing fact-checked stories and […]
Matthew Bourque, Managing Attorney of RMO LLP’s Dallas office, contributed to the December edition of the Dallas Bar Association’s monthly publication, Headnotes. The association’s [...]
Matthew Bourque, Managing Attorney of RMO LLP’s Dallas office, contributed to the December edition of the Dallas Bar Association’s monthly publication, Headnotes. The association’s […]
Sean Muntz, Managing Partner of RMO LLP, contributed to the Daily Journal’s inaugural Estate Planning & Probate Attorneys Supplement with an article on omitted [...]
Sean Muntz, Managing Partner of RMO LLP, contributed to the Daily Journal’s inaugural Estate Planning & Probate Attorneys Supplement with an article on omitted […]
National probate litigation law firm RMO LLP announced today that it has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms®. The 2025 [...]
National probate litigation law firm RMO LLP announced today that it has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms®. The 2025 […]
Sean Muntz, Managing Partner of RMO LLP, has been named an “Orange County Visionary” by the Los Angeles Times. The annual publication recognizes individuals [...]
Sean Muntz, Managing Partner of RMO LLP, has been named an “Orange County Visionary” by the Los Angeles Times. The annual publication recognizes individuals […]
National estate litigation firm RMO LLP has been named one of the “2024 Leaders of Influence: Most Admired Law Firms to Work For” in [...]
National estate litigation firm RMO LLP has been named one of the “2024 Leaders of Influence: Most Admired Law Firms to Work For” in […]
RMO LLP Founding Partner Scott Rahn has been named to Lawdragon’s 2025 list of the 500 leading litigators in America. Lawyers selected to the [...]
RMO LLP Founding Partner Scott Rahn has been named to Lawdragon’s 2025 list of the 500 leading litigators in America. Lawyers selected to the […]