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

End of Life Planning —6 min read
Your 6-Step Cremation Planning Guide

Financial Advisors —4 min read
What Happens to a Revocable Trust When the Trustee Dies?

Planned Giving —4 min read
What is a Gift Letter? Here’s What You Need to Know

Estate Planning —5 min read
How to Build Generational Wealth

Estate Planning —8 min read
Who Should be my Beneficiary?

Trusts —3 min read
Schedule K-1 Form for Estates & Trusts

Estate Planning —6 min read
A Guide to How Much Life Insurance You Need

Trusts —10 min read
¿Qué es un fideicomiso y por qué lo necesita?

Estate Planning —10 min read
How Does a Prenuptial Agreement Affect a Will?