Earlier this year, a story about a dog in Virginia made national news. The dog was euthanized at the owner’s request. While stories of beloved pets being put to sleep aren’t usually newsworthy, this one made headlines because the dog was healthy and friendly. So why was he euthanized? Because it was in the owner’s […]

Not too long ago, a person who decided to leave an inheritance behind for their pet might be considered eccentric, to say the least. Take, for example, the case of Leona Helmsley: when she died in 2007, she left her dog Trouble an inheritance worth $12 million. While there may have been other factors weighed […]

Wills and trust attorneys in Menlo Park see a variety of situations both before and after our clients pass away.  While family bickering and grief are certainly a darker aspect to what we do, there is another situation that often brings about difficulty.  What happens to a pet when you pass away? This isn’t something […]

Many clients who seek out estate planning in the Bay Area have concerns when it comes to caring for their pets.  After all, our pets rely on us for everything – although we all know that we gain so much in return.  When engaging in estate planning with an attorney, you likely want to ensure […]