Tom LaVoie

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Digital Assets After Death: Handling Online Accounts & Crypto

From family photos locked in iCloud to a six-figure Bitcoin wallet, your online life can...
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Signs a Loved One May Need a Conservatorship—and the Practical Alternatives

How to recognize when informal help is no longer enough, and what less-restrictive options exist...
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Preparing for a California Conservatorship Hearing Paperwork & Courtroom Etiquette (2025 Update)

A smooth first hearing starts weeks before you step into the courthouse. Use this guide...
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Annual Reporting Requirements for Conservators Checklist & Deadlines (California 2025)

Your authority comes with paperwork. Here’s the at-a-glance calendar—and the exact forms—you’ll need to keep...
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What to Bring to Your First Meeting with a Fiduciary

Arrive prepared so you can spend the appointment discussing goals—not hunting for paperwork. Why preparation...
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How Professional Fiduciary Fees Are Calculated (and Court-Approved) – California 2025 Guide

Demystifying the dollars so families can budget confidently, and trustees can stay compliant. 1 | Why fee...
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Estate Planning Essentials for LGBTQ+ Couples in 2025

How to keep the people you love—and the assets you’ve worked for—secure in a fast-changing...
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7 Common Mistakes Trustees Make—And How a Professional Fiduciary Helps You Avoid Them

Serving as a trustee looks simple—until the calendar reminders, tax notices, and sibling texts start...
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Planning for Your Pets: Understanding Pet and Animal Trusts

Protect Your Beloved Companions Even When You’re No Longer There For many people, pets are...
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Neutral Administration of the Estate or Trust

In high-conflict situations, family-appointed trustees or executors may be: Accused of favoritism Pressured by one...