Murphys Estate Planning Lawyers

Cupertino High School '64 US Army '66-'68; Foothill College "69; Cal '71; UC Hastings '74, CA State Bar 74- Present. Private practice Civil.

I'm a highly communicative, creative individual, who loves to think outside of the box and problem solve. My career begain in a city, where I practiced in a general counsel style for various international entertainers. That background and diverse exposure to legal issues, from industry contracts to real estate and estate planning, provided a wonderful platform to transition to practicing a smaller community. I love it when people tell me that I don't meet their steriotypical idea of an attorney.

Timothy P. Murphy is an estate planning and elder law attorney whose practice emphasizes helping people to build, preserve and pass on their wealth. He works with his clients to accomplish their goals while avoiding unnecessary court proceedings and minimizing or eliminating exposure to death taxes. Tim has practiced law in the Sacramento area since 1982, first with a large firm, and then with his own firm since 1987.

Tim is one of only a handful of attorneys in the Greater Sacramento Area accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs to assist veterans with their benefits claims.

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Kim Cameron-Smith's practice at Fidelitas Law focuses on estate planning, trust administrations, probates, and conservatorships. She is compassionate and patient with her clients while helping them navigate their matters with utmost professionalism and diligence. A graduate of U.C. Berkeley Law School, Kim also has advanced degrees from Oxford and Harvard. Contact can reach Kim at kim@fidelitaslaw.com or (925) 266-3449. Visit her website at https://fidelitaslaw.com

Bachelor's degree in English Minor in Business Management Juris Docorate, Law Degree Masters in Business Administration

Drummond F. McCunn Drummond F. McCunn received his Juris Doctor from San Francisco Law School in 1974. His undergraduate degree is a Bachelors of Science degree in Mathematics from Stanford University in 1969. He has been an estate planning attorney for over 33 years in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Mr. Chapin graduated from Adrian College with a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in 2012. He earned his Juris Doctorate in 2016 from McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, California.

While in law school, Mr. Chapin was an Anthony M. Kennedy Fellow, a founding member of multiple student organizations, a judicial extern for the Honorable Michael S. McManus in the United States Bankruptcy Court, a member of McGeorge’s inaugural ABA Negotiation Competition travel team, and a student member of the Anthony M. Kennedy Inn of Court.

Mr. Chapin is an active member of the State Bar...

I practiced law in Family courts for almost 40 years, but now I created a business for the purpose of providing effective help to people who file their own cases, and to do it at a reasonable cost. Help-U-File Family Law employs law students who are trained to address the family law issues that come up often, such as default or uncontested divorces, or custody and support requests. My associate attorney or I review cases as they come in, to ensure that we are on the right track, and review all finished work before it is sent out...

Litigation: 25%
Business disputes and litigation

49 years

Business: 20%
Corporate formation, articles and bylaws, assistance with corporate meetings and records, communicate with other corporations or individuals and attorneys, preparation of corporate agreements and individual agreements.

49 years, 1,000 cases

Corporate and incorporation: 20%
Corporate formation, articles and bylaws, assistance with corporate meetings and records, communicate with other corporations or individuals and attorneys, preparation of corporate agreements and individual agreements.

49 years, 800 cases

Estate planning: 15%
Living trusts preparation for individuals and families along with after death distribution which involves compliance with California law notifying heirs and beneficiaries as well as many other fiduciary duties a little too complex...

Bruce Bohan Founder of My Estate California | Estate Planning Attorney With over 30 years of experience in the investment advisory industry, including two decades as legal counsel, I bring a deep understanding of the complexities of legal and financial disclosure. As the founder of My Estate California, I specialize in crafting comprehensive estate plans that are both practical and meaningful. I am dedicated to making the estate planning process simple and approachable, ensuring my clients feel confident and empowered every step of the way. Practice Areas: • Estate Planning (wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance health care directives) • Legacy Preservation for Individuals, Families, and...