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CHRISTOPHER B. JOHNSON
ATTORNEY AT LAW
(888) 838-8771

19
JAN
2019

Does California Have an Estate Tax?

California is known for many superlatives: having the largest population of any state in the U.S. for one, with much of that ongoing population growth due to the natural beauty, livability, robust industries, diversity and resources of the states. California is also known for...
24
AUG
2018

Is Estate Planning Only For People Subject to the Estate Tax?

While the news is filled with tales of ultra-wealthy people and the steps they take to protect that wealth, it can be easy to think that wealth-protecting steps and instruments are only useful to those living in a different financial stratosphere than the average middle class,...
16
AUG
2018

3 Estate Planning Issues to Address Prior to Your California Marriage

Marriage is a wonderful thing, and your wedding day should be all about celebrating the romance and joined lives of you and your spouse! But marriage is also an event that has profound legal and financial implications for both you and your spouse as you move forward together....
10
AUG
2015

What are Digital Assets?

As everyone, especially younger people (those under the age of 40), become more and more technologically dependent and accumulating an overflow of digital assets, the development of their first estate plan takes on a brand new meaning.  Simply put, a digital asset is anything...
07
JUL
2015

Estate Planning 101: Do a Little Now for Peace of Mind Later

Estate planning has long been a dreaded activity mistakenly reserved for later in life. But the reality is that this is something that can benefit you in life and death and you should consider putting something in place NOW. This is especially true if you own any property, are...
26
APR
2013

Estate Planning for the Business Owner

Having the right planning in place is essential for business owners…who will keep the business running if you can’t?  What if you’re incapacitated?  Who will keep its value high for sale?  How can you ensure your family gets the best possible price for the...
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