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Stephanie Naomi Barclay
San Luis Obispo, CA Elder Law Attorney with 28 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Santa Clara University School of Law
Stephanie joined Carmel & Naccasha’s Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning team in 2023. Stephanie graduated cum laude from Santa Clara University School of Law in 1996 and practiced civil litigation at several large bay area law firms, eventually becoming a Deputy Attorney General at the California Attorney General’s Office in the False Claims Section before returning to her hometown of San Luis Obispo in 2003.
Upon returning to the Central Coast where she grew up, Stephanie worked at a local law firm practicing business and real estate law when she was invited to join the San Luis Obispo Legal Assistance...
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Jill S. Gregory
Tahoe City, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(530) 581-5455
600 North Lake Blvd., Suite J
P.O Box 6567
Tahoe City, CA 92618
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
Pepperdine University School of Law
Hi, I am Jill Gregory, Attorney & Counselor at Law, and the founder of Jill Gregory Law, a boutique wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law firm based out of Newport Beach, Orange County and Tahoe City, Placer County. With over 25 years of experience working with clients throughout California as a estate planning attorney handling special needs trusts, long-term care planning, elder law, probate, trust administration, asset protection planning as well as business planning, you know you will be in good hands working with us.
I look forward to learning how we can serve you and your family.
Contact us today...
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Megan Gooing
Campbell, CA Elder Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
Hi, I am Megan Gooing, Attorney and Counselor at Law, and my practice is primarily focused on estate planning, probate, and trust administration. I work for a boutique law firm that caters to each individual client's specific needs, rather than providing a one size fits all solution to issues.
I look forward to learning how I can serve you and your family.
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Zakiya J. McCullough
Santa Clara, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Elder and Estate Planning
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Zakiya Norton is a Founding Principal of Norton Basu LLP. Admitted to the Nevada State Bar in 2010 and the California State Bar in 2013, Ms. Norton has experience in all aspects of litigation. She currently focuses her practice in the areas of estate planning, probate, conservatorships and litigation issues.
Ms. Norton is committed to keeping her client’s interests at heart and reaching timely resolutions of difficult situations. Within the estate planning field she handles a number of complex issues ranging from preparation of wills and revocable living trusts to forming family limited partnerships and limited liability companies....
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Michael John Young
Walnut Creek, CA Elder Law Attorney with 47 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Western State Univ
Michael J. Young is an Estate, Probate and Asset Protection Attorney in Walnut Creek, CA. Mr. Young helps his clients plan for not only "What Happens if You Die", but for "What Happens If You Don't Die And Become Ill and Need Care." He helps his clients in the design of their estate plans, to protect their assets for their senior care and to also provide a legacy for their loved ones.
Mr. Young, who has been in practice for over forty years, gives workshops every month in Walnut Creek on basic estate planning and advanced estate planning. The basic...
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Dess Aldredge Benedetto
Walnut Creek, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of San Diego School of Law
Ms. Benedetto has assisted hundreds of clients with the creation of their Wills, Living Trusts and other estate planning documents. She assists families with trust administration and probate procedures when loved ones pass away, and also prepares legal documents for conservatorships of elderly clients and limited conservatorships for developmentally disabled adults. In 2006, Ms. Benedetto created the Family Trust Law Center, later incorporated to Family TLC, Inc., to be a firm where families come for professional estate planning by licensed attorneys, at flat, reasonable fees. Amendment of documents and other hourly work is done as...
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Camelia Mahmoudi
San Jose, CA Elder Law Lawyer
Elder, Estate Planning, Family and Tax
Santa Clara University School of Law and Golden Gate University School of Law
Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law from the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. Legal services in the areas of (1) Trust & Estate, including Wills, Living Trusts, Probate, Trust Administration, and Conservatorships. (2) Taxation, including Compromise of Tax Liabilities, Tax Payment Agreements and Workouts, Defense Against IRS Collection, Audit and Appeals, and Abatement of Tax Penalties (3) Family Law, including Prenuptial Agreements, Divorce, Custody, Division of Assets, and Guardianships.
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Todd P. Emanuel
Redwood City, CA Elder Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
702 Marshall St
#400
Redwood City, CA 94063
Free ConsultationElder, Domestic Violence, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
University of San Francisco
San Mateo County Injury Attorney Todd P. Emanuel is the managing partner of the firm. Todd has been given the honor of being selected as a “Northern California Superlawyer” eight years in a row from 2009 through 2017 based on peer recognition and great achievements in representing personal injury plaintiffs. Todd was recently nominated for consideration as the Consumer Attorney of the Year. In 2012, Mr. Emanuel served as President of the San Mateo County Trial Lawyers Association and as a member of the Board of Governors of Consumer Attorneys of California and has been recognized by the National Trial...
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Svetlana Kristal
San Francisco, CA Elder Law Attorney with 8 years of experience
Flood Building
870 Market Street, Suite 767
San Francisco, CA 94102
Elder and Estate Planning
Golden Gate University School of Law and Golden Gate University School of Law
The Law Office of Svetlana Kristal focuses on wills and trusts: complete estate plans, estate plan reviews and updates (trusts and wills), probate, and trust administration.
Whether you need help creating a new estate plan, updating an existing plan, assisting elderly parents or administering an estate after the death of a loved one, Svetlana is ready to offer legal solutions tailored to your needs and the needs of your family.
I believe that estate planning is more ‘life planning’ than ‘death planning’. And the main goal of estate planning is to give people the legal tools they need to navigate marriage and...
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Jay Greene
San Francisco, CA Elder Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
(415) 905-0215
447 Sutter Street
Suite 435
San Francisco, CA 94108-4618
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Samford University
I'm Attorney Jay Greene, CPA, I've dedicated my practice to serving families in the San Francisco Bay Area with their estate planning, probate, and elder law needs. My background as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) complements my legal expertise, allowing me to provide a comprehensive and strategic approach to protecting your assets and ensuring your wishes are faithfully executed.
Beyond the courtroom, I share my knowledge through published articles in the San Francisco Bay Times, committed to public education on these crucial matters.
My primary focus is crafting personalized solutions for each client. Whether navigating probate complexities or planning for...
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Ingrid M. Evans
San Francisco, CA Elder Law Attorney with 29 years of experience
Elder, Consumer, Personal Injury and Stockbroker Fraud
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Ingrid M. Evans is the founding partner of the Evans Law Firm. Ms. Evans is a Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate, and was named as a Finalist for Consumer Attorney of the Year, Consumer Attorneys of California, 2009. Ingrid Evans is a veteran in the courtroom and was previously undefeated in jury trials as a former Deputy City Attorney for San Francisco. Ingrid Evans is an experienced litigator in state and federal courts and is licensed to practice law in California, the District of Columbia, and New York. Ms. Evans has been named as a 2010 Northern California Super Lawyers...
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Piper Hanson
Pacifica, CA Elder Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Coastside attorney specializing in estate planning and real estate law. Call 650-762-9090 for a free 30-minute consultation in my Pacifica office or in your home. Happy to visit assisted living facilities as well....I love seniors!
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Brian Lance
Santa Rosa, CA Elder Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Civil Rights, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of San Francisco School of Law
Brian is an experienced trial attorney that has obtained numerous 7 and 8 figure verdicts and settlements. Brian recently won a record-setting medical malpractice verdict of $26.2 million, the largest medical malpractice verdict in the history of Sonoma County
Brian has received numerous accolades by nationally respected legal peer review organizations. Brian has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 40 Under 40 Attorney in the Civil Plaintiff Division since 2017, a limited invitation extended exclusively to lawyers under the age of 40 that embody the highest standard of trial advocacy and leadership. Brian has been recognized...
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Gerald Barry Dorfman
Mill Valley, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Elder, Business, Personal Injury and Real Estate
UC Law SF
I am responsible for all matters handled by my office. Paralegals, law clerks and associates may be utilized in appropriate situations, but the buck stops with me. Intentionally remaining small has enabled me to continue to provide unparalleled personal attention and confidentiality. My clients are the reason I am here, and I work hard for the best results possible. I am honored by the trust placed in me, and strive to maintain it at the highest level. You are entitled to understand the law applicable to your matter and the options available, as well as my best advice. I have...
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Ryan S. Cook
San Francisco, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning, Securities and Stockbroker Fraud
South Texas College of Law
As an associate attorney of Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LTD LLP, Ryan Cook maintains an active securities arbitration and litigation practice. Mr. Cook has worked on numerous cases dealing with individual investors, high net worth and institutional investors, corporate executives, regional banks and municipal issuers.
Prior to beginning his law practice, Mr. Cook worked in the securities industry as a licensed and registered representative with a large broker/dealer. He received his Juris Doctor (JD) degree from South Texas College of Law, where he earned his degree Summa Cum Laude (with highest honor) as the graduating salutatorian. Mr. Cook...
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Andrea Lenore Cook
Long Beach, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Elder, Civil Rights and Employment
Southwestern Univ School of Law
I am hardwired to help people, to solve problems, right wrongs, and fight injustice. My job is to bridge the gap between my client’s rights and the systems that secure and enforce those rights. Our firm works tirelessly to get the best possible results for our clients.
Andrea Cook is a native of Long Beach, attended Long Beach Wilson High School and moved to Mammoth Lakes, California, where she raised her two sons and ran a small restaurant for ten years. Returning to Long Beach, Ms. Cook attended college (UCLA, Honors) and then Southwestern University School of Law. Ms. Cook spent...
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Michael Alves Stone-Molloy
Los Angeles, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Elder, Consumer, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Univ of Florida COL
Born in Boston, Massachusetts and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, I am an attorney with a diverse world view and a demonstrated ability to interact successfully with people from immensely varied backgrounds. A persuasive advocate with strong negotiating skills, hardened to the demands of a heavy workload with inflexible deadlines, I am dedicated to the cause of the unjustly injured.
Education
University of Florida, Levin College of Law, Juris Doctor, December 2000, with Certificates in International Law and County Court Mediation. Performed the Law School’s first-ever Brazilian Externship, with the State Environmental Prosecutor’s Office in Paraná.
University of Massachusetts – Boston, Bachelor...
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Michael Ebiner
West Covina, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Univ of LaVerne COL
Ebiner Law Office opened in West Covina in 1954, and has never left town.
We have been helping your neighbors for more than 65 years.
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Timothy Kent Hobbs II
Claremont, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Asbestos, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
University of La Verne College of Law
Claremont personal injury attorney Tim Hobbs and the Hobbs Law Group is dedicated to helping people injured in accidents.
If we do not win we will not charge you a thing. We are located in downtown Claremont but we handle cases throughout the entire state.
We will not back down from anyone. We have successfully represented plaintiffs against Fortune 500 companies, and we will fight to get every dollar your case is worth.
If you or someone you love has been injured by a car or truck accident, trip and fall accident, dog bite, or by medical malpractice, we can help. Contact us...
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Scot Thomas Moga
Upland, CA Elder Law Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Univ of LaVerne COL
With over 25 years of legal experience, attorney Scot Thomas Moga is dedicated to providing effective counsel, outstanding client communication, and creative solutions to the most complex legal issues. As an aggressive and zealous advocate, he is known for obtaining the maximum awards and settlements for his clients in an expeditious manner. Since founding Moga Law Firm in 1996, Mr. Moga has successfully represented clients in many areas of law, concentrating most of his practice in workers’ compensation, personal injury, and estate planning and probate matters. His diverse client base includes injury and accident victims, large and small businesses, as...
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Shilpa Bhatt
Costa Mesa, CA Elder Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Whittier Law School
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Dana M. Cannon
Seal Beach, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
William Howard Taft University
Dana M. Cannon has many years of experience with Probates, Conservatorships, Trusts and Estates. During that time she has advised clients on multi-million dollar trust administrations; handled complex litigation; performed estate planning; and represented clients in contested and uncontested conservatorship, guardianship, probate and trust matters. She has been a volunteer at the Los Angeles Superior Court Pro Bono Probate Settlement Program since it began. She understands that these matters may not just involve money. They are often fueled by emotions and because of that this isn’t just business, it’s personal. She looks forward to assisting you with your legal...
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Grenville Thomas Pridham
Anaheim, CA Elder Law Attorney with 40 years of experience
Elder, Arbitration & Mediation, Estate Planning and Stockbroker Fraud
University of San Diego School of Law
Mr. Pridham helps clients enforce their rights involving the consumer finance laws (debt and credit) and with their wills and living trusts. Mr. Pridham also advises on conservatorships and related elder law issues. He also represents consumers who have been ripped off in any sort of the following financial transactions: Debt Collectors who misstate the amount of debt or harass. False or inaccurate Credit Report information. Manufacturers for violations of the Federal Consumer Warranty Act. ...
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Brian Chew
Huntington Beach, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
(714) 844-0427
7755 Center Avenue
11th Floor
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Southern California
My practice specializes in offering my clients affordable estate planning as well as advice on business formation and asset protection in a family-friendly atmosphere. By using the latest in legal technology and minimizing overhead, my practice can efficiently design custom estate plans for each of its clients and thus offer services for fees far below traditional law firms. Our typical estate plan for a couple includes a Joint Living Trust, 2 Wills, 2 Power of Attorneys, 2 Advanced Healthcare Directives, and a free consultation every 3 years after we create your trust.
I have been a licensed attorney since 1992...
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Merwyn Jay Miller
Encinitas, CA Elder Law Attorney with 50 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
California Western School of Law
Merwyn J. Miller is an estate planning attorney with an active law office in Encinitas, San Diego County, California. (Encinitas is located in the north coastal area of San Diego County, half way between Del Mar and Oceanside. It is adjacent to the following communities: Cardiff, Carlsbad, Del Mar, La Costa, Leucadia, Oceanside, Rancho Santa Fe, San Marcos, Solana Beach, and Vista. (Click here for a map showing the location of Encinitas.)
He was admitted to the State Bar of California in 1974 and has been certified by that organization’s Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in Estate Planning, Trust,...
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Damien Joseph Snow
San Diego, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
California Western School of Law
I am dedicated to helping my clients build and protect wealth and to prepare for and deal with life cycle events.
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Rosemary Jane Meagher-Leonard
San Diego, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Appeals, Business and Estate Planning
Western State Univ
I have been practicing law since 1980 and as a sole practioner since 1981. My focus has been on Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law and related litigation and appeals since the 1990's. My primary experience is with the various courts in San Diego county but have also appeared in the Los Angeles county and Orange county courts, as well. My goal is to provide personal,individualized legal services to each one of my clients.
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William L Huestis
Los Angeles, CA Elder Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Elder, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Probate
Chapman University Fowler School of Law and Chapman University Fowler School of Law
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Zev Weinstein
Santa Monica, CA Elder Law Attorney
2665 Main St.
240 B
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Free ConsultationElder, Insurance Claims, Legal Malpractice and Medical Malpractice
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
The Law Offices of Zev Weinstein has dealt with all types of personal injury cases for so many years. The firm has experiences in cases with watercraft injuries, truck accident, train accidents, toxic chemicals, swimming pool accidents, sub rollover accidents, slip, trip, fall accidents, seatback failure, product liability, and premises accidents. Interested in receiving more information? Please visit us at any of these websites:
- www.santamonicapersonalinjuryattorneys.com
- www.personalinjuryattorneyslosangeles.org
- www.marinadelreyinjurylawyers.com
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Kevin Lewis VonTungeln
Lancaster, CA Elder Law Attorney with 34 years of experience
Elder and Estate Planning
Univ of New Mexico School of Law
For over ten years, I have practiced law exclusively in the field of estate planning, probate and trusts. I prepare and administer highly tailored and customized estate plans for individuals and couples with estates in excess of $2,000,000.
I am one of 817 Certified Specialists in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law, by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, and that is out of over 221,000 lawyers in California.
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Joseph McHugh
Burbank, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Tax
Whittier Law School
Joseph McHugh is an Asset Protection Attorney in Southern California-based LA LAW CENTER, PC.
Attorney Joseph McHugh and his legal team are highly knowledgeable and experienced in all aspects of Asset Protection and Tax Planning for individuals that having assets with income of $1 million to $20 million annually... or are in a business that has a high risk of lawsuits (Doctors, Landlords, Law Enforcement, Business Owners, etc.).
His firm supports asset protection for high wealth individuals to middle-class families that wish to have loved ones facing nursing home care and need to move assets to qualify for Medi-Cal Long...
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Amy Anne Laughlin
San Mateo, CA Elder Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
Elder, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Univ of Michigan Law Sch
Amy Laughlin has been achieving exceptional results for clients since 1992. After graduating with honors from The University of Michigan Law School, Amy joined the San Francisco office of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, LLP. While there, she counseled individuals and corporations in a wide range of complex financial matters. In 2013, Amy opened her own practice where she focuses primarily on divorce, business and entertainment law.
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William Kopper
Davis, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Elder, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of California, Davis
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John Francis Nicholson
Woodland Hills, CA Elder Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
Elder, Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Univ of LaVerne COL
My education is rooted in the University of Southern California and culminated with a Bachelor of Science and MBA at Valley Christian University. I graduated from the University of La Verne School of Law in Woodland Hills, California. I am a hands-on, solo, general practitioner and I have been practicing law in the San Fernando Valley serving Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Since 2009 I have actively prticipated in the Judge Pro Tem for the Los Angeles County Superior Courts. This is a volunteer, non-paid public service.
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Oliver Alexander Greenwood
Pleasant Hill, CA Elder Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Elder, Entertainment & Sports, Estate Planning and Probate
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
OLIVER GREENWOOD is the principal of the Law Offices of Oliver Greenwood in Pleasant Hill. He is the author of chapters 1, 4, 12, 16, and 17 in the CEB Guardianship Handbook. Mr. Greenwood received his B.A. degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and his J.D. from Golden Gate University in San Francisco. A frequent speaker regarding probate matters and a member of the Judicial Council's Probate & Mental Health Advisory Committee. Mr. Greenwood is also a contributing author to CEB's conservatorship and powers of attorney and health care directives books. Mr. Greenwood's areas of practice include conservatorships, guardianships,...
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Barbara Sonin
Fairfield, CA Elder Law Attorney
1652 West Texas St.
Fairfield, CA 94533
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Having come to law as a second career, I bring a broad perspective to client needs. I am honored to work with a wide range of single people and families to create estate plans that will achieve the goals that are important to them, and do everything possible to avoid the problems they are concerned about.
Whether you want to craft a plan that will avoid fighting among a blended family, protect your disabled child with a special needs trust, or pass your assets to your favorite charities, we will work together to plan and implement your ideal estate plan.
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Michael D. Larsen
Palo Alto, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 39 years of experience
2nd Floor
530 Lytton Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Elder, Business, Estate Planning and International
University of Chicago
I have always been interested in European history and languages. I lived in France for four years before returning to the Bay Area to set up my law practice. I often work with people in the Bay Area who have family or assets in France.
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Hannah Sargent
Castro Valley, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of California - Berkeley and Georgetown University Law Center
Hannah Sargent received her undergraduate degree from University of California Los Angeles and graduated from University of California, Berkeley, School of Law. While in school, she spent time clerking for the U.S. Attorney’s Office in San Jose. She is a former military officer, company commander, two-time Iraq war veteran and decorated AH-64D Apache Helicopter pilot. She is currently the principal attorney at Sargent Law Office, where she practices litigation, business and commercial law, and estate planning, and she lives in Castro Valley with her family. Between her time working and being with her family, she enjoys...
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Jane Ellen Bednar
Monterey, CA Elder Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Consumer
Monterey COL
Clear and consistent communication with clients is a top priority. So is delivering consistently outstanding results promptly and reasonably. You will always speak directly with me when you call my law office. Over 28 years of law practice, I have helped hundreds of clients dealing with physical injury, elder financial abuse, difficult intrafamily conflicts over aging parents, any many other civil law issues. I live in beautiful Carmel Valley, California and have an office in Carmel, California. I offer free or reduced-price consultations for many types of cases.
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Dana Louise Curtis
Sausalito, CA Elder Law Lawyer with 38 years of experience
Elder, Appeals, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
Santa Clara University School of Law
For 22 years, I have devoted my career as a lawyer to helping parties resolve their conflicts efficiently, effectively and respectfully. I believe the quality of a mediated resolution, and of the mediation process, to be as important to the parties as the fact of resolution.