Shae Irving

J.D. · UC Berkeley School of Law

Shae Irving has written and edited for Nolo since 1994, specializing in estate planning and family law issues. She has written or co-written books and software, including Prenuptial Agreements: How to Write a Fair and Lasting Contract, Living Wills and Powers of Attorney for California, Get It Together: Organize Your Records So Your Family Won't Have To, and Nolo's Quicken WillMaker & Trust software.

Shae graduated from UC Berkeley School of Law and briefly practiced law at a large San Francisco firm before becoming a legal author.

Articles By Shae Irving

Oregon's Death With Dignity Law
Find out what the requirements are for obtaining a prescription for life-ending medication under Oregon’s law.
California’s End of Life Option Act
Find out what the requirements are for obtaining a prescription for life-ending medication under California’s law.
Convenience Accounts and Powers of Attorney
If you’re concerned about keeping up with your bill-paying and banking, you can get help by setting up a convenience account or a power of attorney.
Restrictions on Out-of-State Executors
Every state allows out-of-state executors to serve, though many states will require a bond and most states impose special rules on out-of-state executors.
Will Other States Accept My Living Will & Health Care Power of Attorney?
In most cases, your health care documents will be honored in other states.
Durable Financial Power of Attorney: How It Works
The durable financial power of attorney is a simple way to arrange for someone to handle your finances.
Green Funerals: Protect the Planet and Your Pocketbook
A green burial or cremation is easier on the environment and saves money, too.
Financial Powers of Attorney: Do You Need One?
Almost everyone can benefit from a durable power of attorney for finances.
Choosing Your Health Care Agent
Name the best person to direct your medical care if you are unable to do so yourself.
The Durable Power of Attorney: Health Care and Finances
Understand medical and financial powers of attorney and why you need to prepare both.