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
Guide to Psychiatric Advance Directives - What You Need to Know

Estate Planning - 6 min read
Reverse Mortgage After Death & Estate Planning– What you Need to Know

Estate Planning - 3 min read
Do You Have to File Taxes For Someone Who Died With No Estate?

Trusts - 7 min read
Complete Guide to Joint Trusts

Wills - 8 min read
How Much does a Will Cost? (On Average)

Estate Planning - 4 min read
Non Probate Assets: 6 Types That Can Help You Avoid Probate

Estate Planning - 4 min read
Cryo-fiction: Does Cryonic Preservation Work?

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

Estate Planning - 7 min read
Estate Planning for Community Property vs Separate Property