Designed for California professionals who want clarity and control over their legacy, this free White and Bright webinar will address the most common questions and misconceptions about estate planning.

Partner Bridget Burns will provide a practical overview of California estate planning basics, including what happens if you don’t have a plan, key planning tools for professionals and business owners and how thoughtful estate planning can protect assets, reduce risk and create long-term peace of mind.

Why Estate Planning Matters for Professionals at Every Stage

Estate planning is not just about preparing for retirement or passing on wealth later in life. For professionals of all ages, it is a critical tool for protecting hard-earned assets, managing risk and ensuring that personal and professional responsibilities are handled according to your wishes if the unexpected occurs. Without a plan, California law — not you — determines who makes decisions, how assets are distributed and how long those processes take.

For early- and mid-career professionals, estate planning establishes foundational protections such as healthcare directives, powers of attorney and beneficiary coordination, while also addressing growing complexity from career advancement, real estate ownership, business interests or family changes. For seasoned professionals and business owners, estate planning becomes even more strategic — helping to protect assets from unnecessary exposure, coordinate business succession considerations and ensure that years of work translate into a lasting legacy rather than administrative burden or conflict.

This webinar will empower professionals with clear, practical knowledge and tools to make informed estate planning decisions — regardless of age or finances — so they can protect themselves, their families and what they’ve built with confidence.