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 —5 min read
A Guide to Reverse Mortgages - What You Need to Know

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

Financial Advisors —10 min read
What is a Trust & Why do You Need One?

Trusts —6 min read
What is a Trust Fund? Everything You Need to Know

Financial Advisors —10 min read
What Is A Last Will & Testament?

Estate Planning —4 min read
What is an Estate Sale?

Estate Planning —10 min read
What is Power of Attorney (POA)

Estate Planning —10 min read
Complete Guide: What Is an Executor and What Do They Do?

Probate —6 min read
What is an ancillary probate in California & how does it work?