The Real Cost of Probate in California: Fees, Delays, and Hidden Expenses
Discover probate costs in California. Learn about fees, delays, and hidden expenses, and how estate planning helps families avoid them.
Free Estate Planning Resources for Families in San Diego, CA
At Hsiao Law, we believe informed families make the best decisions. That’s why we’ve created and curated a library of free guides, e-books, and resources to help you understand your options and take confident action, no matter where you are in your planning journey.
Free Estate Planning Tools & Guides
Kids Protection Plan
Our Kids Protection Planning Guide helps parents ensure their children are cared for by the right people, no matter what happens. Learn the 9 essential steps to protect your kids, how to choose the right guardians, and the six mistakes to avoid that could cost your family thousands.
Wear Clean Underwear
This bestselling book by Alexis Martin Neely, gifted by attorney Amy Hsiao, helps parents understand the legal and financial steps to protect their children, written in a simple, story-driven style that makes planning approachable and empowering.
Mom’s Freedom Guide
Created by a mom for moms, this guide helps you take charge of your finances, protect your children, and secure your family’s long-term future. Learn practical steps to avoid financial hardship and ensure your children are raised with your values and love.
The Special Needs Freedom Guide
This powerful guide helps parents of children with special needs plan for their child’s care, emotionally, legally, and financially. Discover how to create a plan that ensures your child’s well-being for a lifetime, even when you’re no longer here.
6 Mistakes Most Families Make When Choosing an Estate Planning Attorney
In this free report, discover how to avoid the most common pitfalls when hiring an estate planning attorney. Learn why “cheap” or DIY options can cost your family dearly and how to choose a lawyer who will keep your plan up-to-date and truly protect your loved ones.
Kids Protection Planning & Guardian Nomination
With our Kids Protection Plan, you can legally nominate guardians for your children and ensure your wishes are honored. Avoid confusion, family disputes, and court delays, and gain peace of mind knowing your children’s future is secure.
Six Most Common Mistakes Parents Make When Naming Guardians
Discover the six biggest mistakes parents (and even lawyers) make when naming guardians, and how to fix them before it’s too late. Learn how to protect your kids, your family, and your finances with clarity and confidence.
Free Elder Law E-Book
Our free Elder Law e-book explains how to plan for your later years with confidence. Learn about estate planning, long-term care, Medicaid, and advance health care directives, all in one clear, compassionate resource.
What Peace of Mind Really Feels Like
True success isn’t just having documents in a binder, it’s the comfort of knowing your family is protected no matter what tomorrow brings. It’s your children cared for, your wishes honored, and your loved ones spared from conflict or confusion.
At Hsiao Law, we make sure your plan works in real life, so you can focus on living, loving, and enjoying the moments that matter most.
