{"podcast":{"title":"The Legal Podcast Network","slug":"the-legal-podcast-network-6936259","podcast_index_feed_id":6936259,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/thelegalpodcastnetwork/feed.xml","website_url":"https://thelegalpodcastnetwork.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/18025935/Instagram_Header_Main_Logo-01_5yq5ue.jpg","author":"The Legal Podcast Network (LPN)","episode_count":100,"summary":"From navigating custody battles to breaking down stereotypes, ’Advocating for Dads’ equips listeners with valuable insights and resources to support fathers in their journey to be actively involved in their children’s lives. Whether you’re a father, a co-parent, or simply interested in promoting equality in parenting, this podcast offers a compelling blend of information, inspiration, and advocacy. Join us on ’Advocating for Dads’ as we champion the rights and roles of fathers everywhere, one episode at a time.","last_synced_at":"2026-08-01T08:20:22.996600+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259"},"episode":{"title":"Understanding Heggstad Petitions and Trust Funding Issues","slug":"understanding-heggstad-petitions-and-trust-funding-issues","published_at":"2026-07-20T17:42:26+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259/understanding-heggstad-petitions-and-trust-funding-issues","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259","url":"https://thelegalpodcastnetwork.podbean.com/e/understanding-heggstad-petitions-and-trust-funding-issues/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/xj5jmzz7njee5aak/Adam_Grant_Full_EP_118uzgd.mp3","summary":"In this episode of Protecting Your Legacy with Estate Planning, host Chelsey is joined by Adam Grant, founding attorney of Stonewood Law Group PC, to discuss the intricacies of Heggstad petitions in California. Adam explains the significance of these petitions, which follow California probate code 850, and how they help resolve trust funding issues when assets are not properly transferred into a trust. The conversation delves into common scenarios where assets fall outside of a trust, such as during refinancing or when acquiring new property, and how a Heggstad petition can guide the court to honor the original intent of the trustor. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the importance of maintaining updated trust records and the potential pitfalls of a ”set and forget” mentality. This episode is essential for families looking to avoid probate and ensure seamless trust administration.","meta_description":"In this episode of Protecting Your Legacy with Estate Planning, host Chelsey is joined by Adam Grant, founding attorney of Stonewood Law Group PC, to disc…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":621,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259/episodes/understanding-heggstad-petitions-and-trust-funding-issues/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259/understanding-heggstad-petitions-and-trust-funding-issues.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}