With Your Family in Mind

 A durable power of attorney is an extremely important estate planning tool, often more important than a will.  If you become incapacitated due to dementia or some other reason, this crucial document allows a person you appoint (your “attorney-in-fact” or “agent”) to act in place of you (the...

 Have you ever thought of becoming a foster parent or wanted to adopt a child in need of permanency? Koinonia Family Services is now serving the Santa Clarita and San Fernando Valleys, and is looking for families who want to provide safe, caring, and nurturing homes for children who are in need...

 What is a Pre-Nup? A Prenuptial Agreement, also called a pre-nup, premarital or antenuptial agreement, is a legal contract made between spouses before the wedding to outline plans for the division of property and finances if the marriage ends in a divorce or death down the road. Not just meant...

 Gardening is one of America’s favorite hobbies; you get outdoors, exercise a little, and reap the rewards of caring for plants. But there can also be lots of bending over, and extended periods of time where you’re kneeling and possibly over-exerting oneself. However, with today’s innovations...

 Estate planning isn’t for everyone. If you have less than $150,000 of gross aggregate assets in your name, alone, a will may suffice. If you don’t care about future cost to your beneficiaries, the prospect of a probate proceeding when you die may not trouble you now. If, however, you want to...

 With the condition of the housing market and over all state of the economy, more and more people are renting homes and apartments.  A number of them are former homeowners, who may have never rented as an occupant before.  The month-to-month tenancy is a great concept for tenants who do not...

 Not only do the public and my clients frequently ask me this question, but also sometimes other attorneys, even estate planning attorneys, ask me this question! So why all the confusion? Well, for starters, both terms, “elder law” and “estate planning” are misnomers to a certain degree. After...

 Your ability to earn an income may be one of your most valuable assets. Think about your home, your car, your health.  Would you go without homeowner’s insurance, car insurance or health insurance? Shouldn’t you consider protecting another important asset, your paycheck? You and your ability...

 Recognize Your Potential; Overcome Life Challenges; Fulfill Dreams! presented by Aazam Irillian. Join us on Saturday, May 20 for a wonderful presentation.  Aazam Irillian is a Certified Therapeutic Imagery and Social Emotional Arts Practitioner.  Presentation of attendance and Achievement...

 Autism Learning Partners strives to give hope, support and paths of progress for children and their families living with Autism and related disorders.  Our North Los Angeles team provides quality Autism Services across North Los Angeles. One of the most prevalent challenges for individuals...

 “Life is like an onion. You peel it off one layer at a time, and sometimes you weep.” – Carl Sandburg On the surface divorce is a legal process. Armies of specialists may jump in (attorneys, mediators, and other experts). There’s no stigma to using these specialists – in fact many believe they...

 Many people can remember a time when visiting the local barbershop was a welcomed ritual—you visited your buddies, caught up on your work week and made plans for the weekend on Saturday and Sunday mornings.  With the hustle and bustle of our modern-day society, sometimes the small luxury of...

 All Medicare recipients can get prescription drug coverage, known as “Part D”, at a monthly cost.  Many complain that Part D coverage is not comprehensive, can be expensive, and often doesn’t provide as much drug coverage as the senior needs.  However, seniors and people with a disability who...

 After a long or even a short hospital stay, anyone appreciates the value of sleeping in one’s own bed. No one to wake you during the night, no more pokes, prods or beeps and buzzes. But, especially for seniors, there are a few things to consider regarding transitioning from a hospital back...

 Many children are willing to voluntarily care for a parent or loved one without any thought of compensation. But the person providing care for a loved one usually makes significant sacrifices. For example, caregivers oftentimes give up a job and employment benefits. A formal agreement among...

Have you ever thought of becoming a foster parent or wanted to adopt a child in need of permanency? Koinonia Family Services is now serving the Santa Clarita and San Fernando Valleys, and is looking for families who want to provide safe, caring, and nurturing homes for children who are in need...

We are honored to have earned the distinction as Santa Clarita’s Ultimate Family Law Firm for the second consecutive year. This award is especially gratifying as it coincides with The Reape-Rickett Law Firm’s 25th anniversary!  We recognize that our success as the Santa Clarita Valley’s largest...

 Ask someone who volunteers their time and skills to help others why they do it and you will get a variety of answers: some put themselves in the shoes of those in need, while others do it because giving makes them feel useful and needed. Some just say that it feels good to do good. Whatever...