Los Angeles & San Fransico Daily Journal
Published In The Probate Lawyers 2024 Supplement
The intersection of techno-logy and law has created both opportunities and challenges for legal professionals. As digital communication becomes ubiquitous, questions inevitably arise about how new technologies fit within long-established legal frameworks. One recent case that addresses these questions head-on is Trotter v. Van Dyck, 103 Cal.App.5th 126 (2024). In this significant decision, the California Court of Appeal clarified the role of emails and electronic communications in trust amendments, holding that such informal writings do not constitute valid amendments under the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act. This ruling reaffirms the need for traditional formalities in estate planning and ensures that the integrity of trust instruments remains intact, even as the legal profession continues to adapt to technological advancements.
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