Estate Law Reviewer

Brianna Santos

Brianna Santos is a seasoned estate law expert with over two decades of experience in reviewing and overseeing complex estate plans. She has a strong background in taxation and trust administration, making her a trusted authority in her field. As a lead reviewer, she ensures the accuracy and relevance of estate law content.

Credentials

Lead Estate Law Reviewer

20+ yearsTrust AdministrationEstate Planning

Reviewed posts

Articles reviewed by Brianna Santos

Is Probate Necessary? When It's Required vs. OptionalHow Do Life Insurance Companies Know When Someone Dies?What to Do With a Small Inheritance: Taxes and InvestingWhat Is an Inheritance? Definition and How It WorksWhat Does Estate Sale Mean and How Does It Work?How Much Does It Cost to Make a Will: DIY vs AttorneyDo I Have to Pay Back Medi-Cal After Death?Do Widows Get a Tax Break? Key Benefits ExplainedIs There an Estate Tax? Rates, Exemptions & Who PaysWho Pays Legal Fees in a Trust Dispute: Trustee vs. Trust?What Happens to Stocks When Someone Dies: Taxes and TransferWho Owns a Life Insurance Policy? Rights and StructuresHow Long Does It Take to Create an Irrevocable Trust?How to Draft a Will: Key Steps and RequirementsAssets That Must Be Protected From Lawsuits and CreditorsHow to Write a Power of Attorney Letter: Types and StepsAre Wills Public Record? How to Find Probate RecordsHow to Do a Living Will Online: Free and Paid OptionsHow to Make Your Own Will and Trust Without a LawyerIs Paying Someone's Rent Considered a Gift for Tax Purposes?What Is an Estate Will and How Does It Work?What Is a Probate Account and How Does It Work?Advantages of Life Insurance: Tax, Cash Value & MoreHow Do You Pay for Funeral Expenses? Your OptionsWhat Is Estate Conservation: Trusts, Taxes, and PlanningAre Executor Fees Deductible on Form 1041?What Is Accelerated Death Benefit and How It WorksWhat Is the Lifetime Gift Tax Exemption? How It WorksHow to Deposit a Large Cash Inheritance: Rules and TaxesWhat Is the Estate Tax Exemption and How It Works