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
Inherited Property: Options to Refinance, Buyout Heirs & More

Estate Planning —4 min read
Mistakes People Make With Roth IRAs and Their Estate

Estate Planning —3 min read
Limited Power of Attorney: Understanding Special Power of Attorney

Wills —5 min read
eWills: Navigating Estate Planning from Anywhere in the World

Trusts —3 min read
A Guide to Insurance Trusts

Trusts —3 min read
Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts & Your Estate Plan - What You Need to Know

Estate Planning —10 min read
What is Intestate? Understanding the Difference between Probate and Intestate

Estate Planning —10 min read
Understanding Intestate Succession: A Complete Guide

Trusts —5 min read
Navigating the IRS Rule on Irrevocable Trusts: What You Need to Know