About the Author

Maya Powers, @MayaPowers
Estate Planning Content Expert, Trust & Will
Maya Powers, Content Producer at Trust & Will, is a writer and estate planning content expert. She brings over a decade of reporting, writing, and content production to Trust & Will's offerings. Before joining Trust & Will, Maya was a freelance writer who helped brands amplify their voices with her writing and content marketing expertise. She has worked in subject matters such as generative A.I., international economics and policy, higher education, and real estate investing. Maya holds an International MBA from UC San Diego and a BA in Journalism & Public Relations from Cal Poly Humboldt. She lives in Santa Barbara, CA with her husband, daughter, and three pets.
Articles from this author

Estate Planning —3 min read
Beyond the Gift: Strategies for Effective Planned Gift Stewardship

Probate —4 min read
The rights of beneficiaries of a will: what can they ask for?

Probate —3 min read
What you need to know about California inheritance law

Probate —3 min read
What to expect in a California probate court hearing

Probate —2 min read
Cost of Probate in California

Probate —3 min read
Can a Will be overturned after probate?

Probate —2 min read
Can I be reimbursed by the estate for funeral and other expenses?

Guardianship —5 min read
Cher Denied Conservatorship over Son Elijah Blue Allman: Understanding the Case

Probate —4 min read
Why Do You Need a Probate Attorney Near Me?