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

Estate Planning —4 min read
Medical Proxy: How to Choose a Health Care Proxy

Estate Planning —5 min read
How to Probate a Will Without a Lawyer

Trusts —5 min read
How to Set Up a Trust Fund & Avoid the Biggest Mistake Parents Make

Estate Planning —5 min read
How to Stop a Petition to Partition: What You Need to Know

End of Life Planning —5 min read
Stopping Mail Delivery After Death - What You Need to Know

Estate Planning —5 min read
How to Write a Letter of Instruction: A Step-by-Step Guide

Estate Planning —4 min read
Deed 101– If my name is on the deed do I own the property?

Estate Planning —6 min read
How Do I Win a Partition Action? What You Need to Know

Estate Planning —6 min read
Inheritance 101: How Inheritance Works