Roseville, CA estate planning & probate attorney Kristin M. Kaminski explains how you can avoid probate. She addresses a common question regarding probate, clarifying a frequent misconception: a will does not avoid probate; rather, it directs assets through the probate process under court supervision. In contrast, she explains that a living trust is an effective tool for avoiding probate. When all assets are properly titled in the name of a living trust, the probate process can be circumvented, allowing for a more efficient and private transfer of assets to beneficiaries.