California Estate Planning Resources & Guides

Living Trusts vs Wills in California, an essential comparison guide

Should You Have a Living Trust or a Will in California? Our Guide for 2025-26

The choice between a will and living trust isn’t as clear cut as your estate value — it’s about whether you want your family dealing with judges or handling things privately.
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estate planning law for CA property investors

Estate Planning Basics for California Real Estate Investors

Estate planning helps investors with business continuity, tax savings, and passing wealth to children — while keeping their real estate operations running smoothly.
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Our firm has created these resources & guides to help California residents make informed decisions about estate planning & living trusts in California.

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California Estate Planning Experts

Staker|Johnson Law Corporation is a Camarillo based tax and estate planning law firm serving clients throughout California, with a special focus on Ventura County communities. Our team of expert attorneys provide comprehensive services in California living trusts, probate and trust administration, estate planning, taxation, and business matters. We are dedicated to protecting your assets, simplifying complex legal processes, and bringing peace of mind to you and your loved ones.

Our process includes:

  • Comprehensive initial consultation to understand your unique situation
  • Clear, fixed-fee pricing with no hidden costs
  • Professional document preparation using California-specific language and provisions
  • Detailed trust funding assistance to ensure your plan actually works
  • Ongoing support for questions and plan updates
  • Coordination with your other professional advisors as necessary
If you own a home in California, you should strongly consider a living trust.

At Staker|Johnson, our California estate planning law office based in beautiful Ventura County, CA has been helping families throughout the state secure their legacies for over 35 years. 

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Ready to protect your family’s future? Whether you need a comprehensive living trust or a well-crafted will, Staker|Johnson Law Corporation has the California-specific expertise to create an estate plan that actually works.