Comprehensive representation for every stage of probate, trust, and inheritance matters — handled personally by your attorney.
When a loved one passes away, their estate often must go through probate — the legal process of validating a will, paying debts, and distributing assets to heirs. In California, this process involves the Superior Court and can take 9 to 18 months or longer.
I guide you through every step of probate administration, from filing the initial petition to the final distribution of assets. You’ll understand the process, the timeline, and every decision that needs to be made.
Whether the estate is straightforward or involves complex assets, real property, or family disagreements, I handle the case personally so nothing falls through the cracks.
When a trust creator passes away, the successor trustee takes on significant legal responsibilities. Trust administration involves managing trust assets, communicating with beneficiaries, filing tax returns, and ultimately distributing assets according to the trust’s terms.
Whether you’re a trustee who needs guidance on your duties or a beneficiary who wants to ensure the trust is being administered properly, I provide direct counsel and representation.
If you believe a trust or will was created or modified under suspicious circumstances — due to undue influence, fraud, lack of mental capacity, or improper execution — you may have grounds to contest it.
Contesting a trust or will is one of the most sensitive areas of probate law. It involves family relationships, grief, and high stakes. I approach these cases with the thoroughness they demand and the personal attention that makes a difference.
I represent both those challenging a trust or will and those defending one. Either way, you get an attorney who knows your case inside and out.
As a beneficiary of a trust or estate, you have legal rights — including the right to information, the right to an accounting, and the right to receive your inheritance as the trust or will directs.
When trustees or executors fail in their duties — whether through negligence, self-dealing, or outright theft — beneficiaries often feel powerless. You’re not. California law provides strong protections for beneficiaries, and I help you enforce them.
When an adult can no longer manage their own financial or personal affairs due to illness, injury, or cognitive decline, a conservatorship may be necessary to protect them. Similarly, a guardianship may be needed for minor children who have lost their parents or whose parents cannot care for them.
These cases are deeply personal. The court is being asked to make decisions about someone’s autonomy and care. I handle these matters with the gravity they deserve.
Financial elder abuse happens when someone takes advantage of a vulnerable elderly person for financial gain. This can range from a family member draining bank accounts to a caregiver manipulating an elderly person into changing their estate plan.
California has some of the strongest elder abuse laws in the country, and I use them aggressively to protect victims and recover stolen assets.
If you suspect a loved one is being exploited, time matters. The sooner you act, the more can be recovered and protected.
I’ll personally review your situation and explain your options clearly.