Steaks to Seeds: How our Law Firm Went Vegan
A melt-in-your-mouth tender piece of Wagyu beef or a sizzling skirt steak used to symbolize perfection – until recently. If last year you told me that my husband and esteemed co-founder of OC Estate and Elder Law, Fernando Orrego, was going vegan, I would have told you there is a better chance of training a […]
LEGO My Inheritance How to Avoid Sibling Rivalry After Mom and Dad are Gone
The whole point of having a brother or sister is to take care of each other when mom and dad pass away, right? Yet sometimes this plan goes horribly wrong. Especially when the parent referees are no longer around to keep the team in check. Disputes often arise amongst siblings when the caretaker siblings feel […]
Did You Meet the March 1st Deadline
Florida residents have a MAJOR DEADLINE TO MEET BY MARCH 1st! Even more important than remembering your anniversary or equally as important as filing your taxes on time… it is the Florida Homestead Exemption deadline. The Homestead Exemption can save Florida residents THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS each year. Not to mention shield you from creditors. But […]
Sunshine State Legal Tips You Cannot Afford to Miss
If you lost a loved one during the holiday season, we understand how overwhelming the new year can be. We are here to help. We can deal with the confusing inheritance issues, web of finances, and walk you through the entire probate process. So, you can focus on grieving. To learn more about the probate […]
Tough Turkey: Top 8 Family Feuds During Thanksgiving
As we gear up to give thanks, let us not forget the unspoken rules of Thanksgiving conversation. Highly desirable topics include complimenting the chef, honoring the unsung maestros who set the table, and…estate planning. A family gathering is the perfect time to broach the subject of mom/dad/grandma/you getting older and putting a plan in place […]
Who is the Man Who Forgot to Die
This Halloween season do not watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going. The story of Stamatis Moraitis is one such tale. After receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis, he moved back to his ancestral home. While waiting to die, he spent another 32 years thriving in a region that is a longevity hotspot, called […]
What’s Worse Missing Barbie or Nathan’s Famous Hotdog Eating Contest
While waving a cheerful goodbye to summer, we hope the knack for procrastination did not rob you of the season’s finest moments. Procrastination, the seemingly innocent act of postponing tasks, can sneak into our lives in subtle ways, turning small delays into big regrets. From summer blockbuster movies to summer eating contests (yes, it is […]
Beyond Lemonade Stands Keeping Your Summer Home in Tip Top Shape
Can you smell that? It is the first whiff you get upon entering your vacation home. Is it ocean breeze and pine cones, or stagnant water and mouse droppings? Owning multiple properties comes with its share of responsibilities. We want you to enjoy negronis and mojitos during your vacation rather than rehabbing broken pipes. Learn […]
What Really Matters Ordinary Women Who Left Not So Ordinary Legacies
Decision maker, cookie baker, heart breaker are all words to describe strong women and supermoms that have shaped the world. In May, we honor women that founded cities and ruled empires all while ruling their own domicile. We present you with 5 Tough Female Cookies Who Are Bound to Inspire and have plenty to teach us about […]
Even the Easter Bunny Has to Work Straight Talk on Your Retirement
Did you and your children have fun searching for Easter eggs? There is nothing like a treasure hunt to bring families together – and nothing worse than a desperate hunt for a deceased loved one’s missing estate documents after they pass away. Learn how to help your heirs skip the survivor scavenger hunt in Are You […]
