About the Author

Craig Parker, @CraigParker
Assistant General Counsel, Trust & Will
Craig M. Parker, Assistant General Counsel at Trust & Will, is an attorney licensed by the State Bar of California and Certified as a Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law by the Board of Specialization with over 25 years of legal experience. He has represented individuals, fiduciaries, and public agencies in complex probate, trust, and conservatorship matters across Southern California. A former adjunct professor at UC Riverside Extension, Craig has taught courses in trust administration and estate practices. He now serves as a subject matter expert at Trust & Will, helping modernize estate planning nationwide. Craig is also a proud father and grandfather who enjoys golf, skiing, and community involvement.
Articles from this author

Probate —3 min read
Full Authority vs Limited Authority in Probate Sales

Probate —5 min read
Where to File Probate - What You Need to Know

Estate Planning —2 min read
Springing Power of Attorney: How is it Different from a Durable POA?

Planned Giving —6 min read
Charitable Remainder Trust - What You Need to Know

Estate Planning —3 min read
Tenants-in-Common Probate: What You Need to Know

Trusts —3 min read
Totten Trust: Using POD Designations to Avoid Probate

Wills —4 min read
When Do Beneficiaries of a Will Get Notified: A Guide

Estate Planning —4 min read
What Happens If a Will Is Not Filed in California?

Trusts —5 min read
A Guide to Offshore Trusts