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

Trusts —4 min read
Trusts & Ring Fencing Assets in Estate Planning

Trusts —4 min read
A Guide to Qualified Terminable Interest Property Trusts (QTIP Trusts)

Trusts —7 min read
Qualified Personal Residence Trusts: What You Need to Know

Estate Planning —3 min read
Quit Claim Deed Loopholes: How to Avoid Probate

Estate Planning —4 min read
What is the Difference Between Quitclaim Deeds & Grant Deeds?

Estate Planning —4 min read
Traditional IRA vs Roth IRA: Which is Better To Inherit?

Estate Planning —3 min read
Right of Occupancy vs Life Estate - What's the Difference

Estate Planning —5 min read
Right of Survivorship Deed - What You Need to Know

Wills —4 min read
Residuary Bequests & Estate Planning