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01 Dec, 2023 by Robert leinweber
Matthew Becker is hands down the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure dealing with.
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17 Nov, 2023 by James rohn
Richard is extremely knowledgeable and helps the underdog
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20 Apr, 2023 by Dimitrius taylor
Best lawyer in Sacramento , very helpful and he knew what he was doing, i would recommend him to anyone .
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20 May, 2024 by Tammy9896
Adam was so great at researching and interpreting the law. He had an excellent ability to communicate difficult information and make it easy to understand. I felt he left no stone unturned and I felt I was in very capable hands during my entire process. I highly recommend this firm.
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01 Dec, 2023 by Robert leinweber
Matthew Becker is hands down the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure dealing with.
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17 Nov, 2023 by James rohn
Richard is extremely knowledgeable and helps the underdog
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19 Aug, 2024 by Naveed aslam
Very nice staff and good communication
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19 Aug, 2024 by Elise thau
We thank you for the service. It was a smooth transaction this morning. Staff was really good with communication back and forth to ensure everything looks good before proceeding.
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19 Aug, 2024 by Elise
Thank you for the great service. It was a smooth and easy signing day. Everything was ready before we got to the office.
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05 Oct, 2024 by Sandani latha
Great service. Rachel answered my call after my truck accident and connected me with Luis. He was fantastic, explaining everything in Spanish. Karns & Karns is the best! I highly recommend. Thanks👍👍
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18 Sep, 2024 by Roshan muradiya
I was hit by a truck on Highway 50 and felt completely lost. Karns & Karns guided me through the legal maze with ease. They're the absolute best in the business!
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18 Sep, 2024 by Asif ali
After my car accident on I-5, I was overwhelmed and confused. Mike at Karns & Karns took charge, explaining everything clearly and fighting tirelessly for my rights. They truly helped me get my life back on track!
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14 Sep, 2024 by Pat
Mark Drobny has always been courteous and professional and responded quickly to any inquiry whenever I had to send POA to healthcare, banks or LT care for my husband. Documents were sent within hours. I highly recommended their services to my family and friends.
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09 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
As a recent widow, I needed a new estate plan and will, Mark was recommended by friends. I found him knowledgeable, professional and compassionate. I have recommended him to many more friends and I know of two who are working with him and feel the same. I felt immediately at ease and that my issues would be addressed quickly and completely, and they were.
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08 Aug, 2024 by Marie
We had postponed this move for far too many years, but Mark
made us comfortable and made the process easy and understandable. Costs were explained up front, information we needed to provide was detailed, and assurances were given about
future assistance. He and his staff allowed everthing to fall into place. I would highly recommend Mark Drobny.
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03 Apr, 2024 by Debbie
Anastasia prepared my Trust and the process was so very easy and comfortable. She is very professional, and also so easy to work with and to talk to. She explained everything to me and took care of absolutely everything. I would not have put this off for so long if I had known how easy it would be. The service that she provided goes well beyond just a Trust. She covered everything. I highly recommend Anastasia for any trust or probate issues you may have.
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12 Sep, 2023 by Erik
Anastasia was very professional and experience in her field. She worked very hard on my case. I highly recommend her!!!!!!
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22 May, 2023 by Melinda
In short, some people tried to take a lot of money from my elderly cousin who has dementia. And my cousin had no will or trust. Relatives got upset and before I knew it a dozen lawyers were involved. It was unpleasant to say the least.
I contacted Anastasia for some clarification and she was delightfully thoughtful, thorough, understanding and kind. I was heard and understood, and I felt relieved and informed and confident afterward. She set my mind at ease and expertly guided me through a difficult time.
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20 Feb, 2024 by Sandra
When my husband passed away, I needed help setting up a trust to fairly pass along our assets to our blended family. A friend recommended Terri Easlon. She guided me through the process and made what could have been a complex procedure, understandable. She and her team were very organized and efficient. A pleasure to work with.
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07 Oct, 2023 by Pj blaze
Terri, was very helpful in setting up my family trust. Initially I was hesitant in actually setting up a trust, I felt it was not needed. She explained the benefits and with her very insightful experience I made the decision and am very happy that I completed this process.
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29 Jul, 2023 by Mary
Having worked in a law firm at one time, I feel that I know a little about what makes a good attorney. Terri Easlon is that attorney. She updated my estate plans in a very timely manner, and her manner was pleasant and efficient. I would give her the highest recommendation to anyone.
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19 Jul, 2023 by Faye
Kellie was recommended to me by a family member who raved about her legal expertise. I did some research and decided to hire her to review and update my family trust. At my request, all meetings were conducted over video chat and Kellie accommodated this with ease. She quickly identified and corrected numerous mistakes in my existing trust made by another attorney. She took the time to truly gain a complete understanding of my desires for the trust. The entire process was smooth and efficient. Kellie is very personable and completely professional!
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05 Nov, 2021 by Susan
Hired Kellie for our first time need for Estate Planning and wills for the two of us. End of life documents were set up to benefit all our grown children and eight grandchildren, Kellie came to our home which really helped us. Polite and extremely intelligent. Really knows her stuff!!!
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15 Jul, 2020 by Jim
Kellie went above and beyond our expectations! She is the epitome of professionalism. I have already recommended her twice.
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07 May, 2021 by Heddy
The staff at the law offices of Daniel A. Hunt was very helpful and handled my legal matters with the utmost care and professionalism. I would highly recommend them to serve your legal needs.
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01 May, 2021 by Wes
I am a current client and this firm is the best of the best in Sacramento. They are currently helping to protect my grandmother who has been victimized by a live-in caregiver, who changed the locks on her house, and manipulated her to sign legal documents. Daniel's paralegal Miranda is exceptionally talented, bright, professional and friendly. I highly endorse using their office for any estate planning or probate need.
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18 Dec, 2020 by Jasmine
Craig Harris and Andrew Sanchez at Dan Hunt's office setup my trust documents. They were very diligent and provided excellent service. I will definitely recommend this firm to my family & friends.
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10 Jan, 2024 by David
My wife and I met with Anne Rosenthal twice to prepare a new estate trust. Our first visit was to organize the new estate trust. She was efficient and very helpful with details on creating a special section for our grandchild. The documents were created and sent over for review. They included everything we had requested. The second meeting was to sign the documents and, again, Anne Rosenthal was efficient and in about 30 minutes and job was done. About a week later we had a binder with the estate trust. From beginning to end the whole process took about three weeks to complete.
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16 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
Professional, warm, upbeat, knowledgeable and patient. Anne is everything you could hope for in an Estate Attorney. My wife and I are very appreciative of her assistance with updating our estate, and would highly recommend her to others in our situation.
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08 May, 2023 by Sue
Purely a joy to work with. Patient and kind and well versed in any question we asked. Hopeful she stays with Drobny Law for a long time so we may have an opportunity to work with her again.
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21 Sep, 2016 by Mary
simply cannot express in words, how one email to Hackard Law, worked miracles! We had a very messy issue with a Trust, no money to pay for legal fees and every attorney we spoke with turned us down without a retainer. Time was ticking and we began to lose faith. Then I found HackardLaw on youtube. Something about Mike Hackard struck me as genuine. We watched his videos and learned why he is the best in Trust litigation. We gave it a shot and sent an email. The very next morning Mike called us promptly,. He understood exactly what we were going through, he understood why we had no money. He said he could help. THE VERY NEXT DAY, Mike flew out from Sacramento to Los Angeles and met us in person. We signed a contingency contract with him after he explained in great detail his plan of action. I didn't check his jacket when we dropped him off at the airport, but this man had to have wings! His name alone, made other attorneys want to mediate right away!!! Hackard Law gave us hope and our dreams back, when we couldnt even raise our chin! If you have an impossible case, or you just need the best.. call Mike Hackard. You will never need another attorney again! Words cannot explain how this one man changed our world.
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16 Sep, 2016 by Cathy
I simply cannot express in words, how one email to Hackard Law, worked miracles! We had a very messy issue with a Trust, no money to pay for legal fees and every attorney we spoke with turned us down without a retainer. Time was ticking and we began to lose faith. Then I found HackardLaw on youtube. Something about Mike Hackard struck me as genuine. We watched his videos and learned why he is the best in Trust litigation. We gave it a shot and sent an email. The very next morning Mike called us promptly,. He understood exactly what we were going through, he understood why we had no money. He said he could help. THE VERY NEXT DAY, Mike flew out from Sacramento to Los Angeles and met us in person. We signed a contingency contract with him after he explained in great detail his plan of action. I didn't check his jacket when we dropped him off at the airport, but this man had to have wings! His name alone, made other attorneys want to mediate right away!!! Hackard Law gave us hope and our dreams back, when we couldnt even raise our chin! If you have an impossible case, or you just need the best.. call Mike Hackard. You will never need another attorney again! Words cannot explain how this one man changed our world.
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24 Mar, 2016 by Carolyn
I've known Mike Hackard as a quality individual since our grade school days together. His breadth of legal and political experience allowed him to see the larger, more complicated picture, to provide important perspective, and to discuss the alternatives reasonably available to us on our case. His willingness to help us at this critical and time-sensitive point is so greatly appreciated. I highly recommend him and his firm!
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10 May, 2022 by Anonymous
I contacted John as a fish-out-of-water in desperate need of a line, and he acted swiftly and insightfully. He took the time to answer all of my questions in a way that was easy for a "beginner" to understand. And when I had follow up questions, he did not hesitate to see my issue through. I found John very knowledgeable and generous and I highly recommend him!
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24 Jun, 2021 by Gregory
I knew nothing about probate law. When my brother died I owed it to him to be his Administrator and I wanted to do my best for the heirs to the estate. I called John Palley Probate Attorney. He and his assistant Danielle Swain guided me through the process. Any time I had a concern or a question, he was always available. He recommended a great probate realtor and the house sold in a week. He told me what I needed to do to set up an estate account. Have my brothers final taxes done. All the way through to the final petition being approved. Probate law is a complex step by step process. It requires an up to date competent probate lawyer. I would have been lost without John Palley and his team, they did a great job! Perhaps best of all, working with John I was able to fulfill my administrator duties working online, saving me from a dozen 800 mile round trips. Keep up the great work John!
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03 Feb, 2016 by Carol
I was told early on by an elderly kind attorney, that the probate process in California is no joke. As a matter of fact he indicated he no longer had the energy to do a full
Probate & suggested that I find someone that specializes in that area. So since the fees in California are statutory I set out to find the very best. And the best I found! I can't say enough about John Palley and his paralegal Danielle; actually everyone in that office who I had an interaction with. Words that come to mind........ caring, efficient, responsive, knowledgeable, dynamic. He is totally
on your team and steers you in the best direction for your situation. I had some other issues (probate related) come up during the process and John advised me on those as well. It was like being treated as a family member...in some instances better than a family member. I could go on and on and on. So I will just end this review by stating the obvious....... YOU ROCK JOHN PALLEY!!! You really do! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
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25 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
My parents and I had a wonderful experience working with Ed and his staff. My parents wanted to create a living trust and I wanted to find someone in the Sacramento area that spoke their native language (Cantonese and Taishanese). English is their 2nd language and it would be hard for them to fully comprehend some of those legal questions. I wanted them to feel comfortable in speaking and asking questions without a need for a translator. I’m very happy I was able to come across Ed’s business and after talking directly to him I felt he would be able to communicate just fine with my parents and we set up an initial meeting for my parents to see if they would like to work with him. The rest is history and my parents are overjoyed and I have peace of mind knowing that everything is in order for them.
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10 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
My husband and I were delaying the process of putting together a living trust/will. At times it just seemed overwhelming and frankly, something we just didn't want to take the time to do. Obviously it is extremely important and when we finally decided to make the move to get this completed, we had a couple of lawyers in mind. After choosing Ed Fong, we were extremely pleased with our decision. He didn't talk to us like a lawyer. He has a down to earth demeanor and he effectively outlined the process. No questions that we had were ever treated as trivial or ridiculous. And the process was smooth and painless. His staff was always helpful and responsive and easy to talk to. We both highly recommend The Law Office of Ed Fong.
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01 Nov, 2021 by John k
My wife and I wanted to upgrade and have a review conducted of our trust that was established in the year 2000. Mr. Fong came very highly recommended by some friends. He and his team were incredibly professional and at the same time treated us with patience and courtesy. My wife and I both had some fairly significant questions about the trust and they were able to handle them without a problem. They completed the project and record time at a very reasonable cost. I would recommend this service and specifically the office of Ed Fong to anyone. Great job.
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05 Nov, 2018 by Sally
Mr. Ellison was extremely focused on what needed to be done, and the timetable to do the job well. Several times, he helped us negotiate surprises in the case with intelligence and humor, all the while being supportive of the overall goals. I would recommend him to anyone wanting a true professional.
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03 Dec, 2015 by Kimberly
Leland knows the law and the right questions to ask clients to be sure that their estate documents will do just what they want. I am a fellow lawyer and chose him to draft my trust. I'd recommend Leland anytime.
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03 Nov, 2015 by Bill
Mr. Ellision has assisted us with a number of services in his area of expertise as well as referrals to other lawyers when indicated. He is one of the best, if not the best, in his field! In one instance in particular, we would not have prevailed in a probate case without his expertise. Mr. Ellison is now, and will be for the forseeable future, our family attorney whenever we need services in his field of expertise.
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03 Jan, 2020 by Jim
My wife and I hired Scott to set up a trust account for ourselves. Scott was extremely pleasant and very knowledgeable and explained in full how a trust operates. We were able to have it all completed within a few weeks. My wife and I now have piece of mind and would highly recommend Scott if you are looking to set up an estate/trust.
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22 Mar, 2018 by Anonymous
Scott was a great help with explaining all of my Trust Documents. I feel like I was in good hands with Drobny Law Offices and Scott Judson. I feel as though I have established documents that will greatly assist my family in the future.
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07 Feb, 2018 by Philip
I just want to say thanks for all the work setting up our family trust recently. From our initial meeting, the signing, and now receiving the binder with all the information. Nothing but the utmost in professionalism. You were great! I will definitely recommend you to friends and co-workers.
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27 Sep, 2023 by Ryan
My wife and I were pleased with Eric's help in drafting our will. He listened to our input and made an effort to tailor the will to us and our needs. He was able to answer our questions thoughtfully and timely, and was a good guide throughout the process. We were happy with the whole experience and would wholeheartedly recommend his services.
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02 Sep, 2022 by Chrissie
Eric is easy and pleasant to work with. He’s on time and respectful of the client’s time, organized, hard working, and a clear communicator. He is honest and good at following up, and has clear ethical standards. Highly recommended.
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27 Aug, 2022 by Jane
Eric is an excellent and likable lawyer. He is knowledgeable, organized, and thorough. Eric returned calls or emails quickly and answered all questions in a way that I could understand. He completed my will and trust in a timely manner at a reasonable price. I highly recommend his services.
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29 Apr, 2022 by Cindy
Amy Ruggles handled our will & set up our revocable trust. She knew exactly what to do & gave us insight on other things we needed to do. Friendly & professional & we got the opinion that shes heard it all!
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28 Nov, 2020 by Olive
I was referred to Amy by a friend who had hired Amy. My husband had passed and I needed my new trust. Amy listened to my situation and made very important and wise suggestions while developing my trust. I also had some unusual issues to handle transfer of assets from my husband's name to mine. She was knowledgeable, responsive, and I felt comfortable and trusting while working with her. I highly recommend Amy
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26 Apr, 2020 by Lourdes
My husband and I hired Amy to plan our joint trust. She helped us set up our plan for our children. Amy was knowledgeable and gave us great advise. She is a reliable source of information and she made us feel comfortable and secure. She listened to our concerns and made us feel good about our choices. She's a good problem solver. She is easy to talk to and we felt we could trust her. I would highly recommend Amy for Estate planning.
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23 Apr, 2019 by Robert mcdonald
We ran into a brick wall when requesting a legal upgrade to our existing mobile home in a Santa Cruz park. The park owner wanted it his way or the highway in conflict with Park Rules and the Law. He was devious and trying to use laws and rules that did not exist.
We hired Maurice due to strong recommendations by mobile home experts in the Santa Cruz area. He quickly did the required homework and demonstrated to the Park Owner's attorney that he was out of line but unfortunately he would not budge nor would he make himself for an in person conversation. So Maurice filed and won the required injunction so we could go ahead with our upgrade just as it was originally planned. He then followed through with a damage claim to cover legal and other costs including delay expenses which he also won. Under his guidance this process was seamless, went exactly as planned and with a successful outcome. Mission accomplished. Our thanks to Maurice.
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15 Apr, 2019 by Ashley
Maury successfully defended my husband and I during our eviction trial, as well as won the appeal. His knowledge and expertise in the realm of mobile home law is vast and very impressive. We are forever grateful to him for defending us in the fight to keep our home.
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08 Nov, 2016 by Charles
I retained Mr. Priest to consult and provide expert witness testimony on a Failure to Maintain case I had with a Mobilehome Park. His expertise and knowledge of Mobilehome Park Law was instrumental in achieving a very favorable outcome for my clients. I plan on retaining him for future cases I am working on.
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22 Mar, 2021 by Laurie
When my husband passed away unexpectedly, I needed to consult with an attorney about estate matters. My husband and I had a joint revocable living trust, and I wanted to make sure that the trust provisions were correctly handled after his passing. The attorney we'd previously worked with to create the trust had moved out of state. I spent time online researching attorneys, and was drawn to all of the great reviews for Klosek Law Offices. I'm so glad I found Jack and his team! Working with Jack is a pleasure. He's knowledgeable, responsive, detail-oriented, conscientious, and easy to work with. He was very caring and respectful during a time that was extremely hard for me. After providing legal advice related to my husband's will and our joint trust, Jack worked with me to create a new revocable living trust, advanced directive, and will. Parts of my trust are a bit out of the ordinary, including a rather complex pet trust, and Jack was great at listening to my wishes, answering a zillion questions, and making sure everything was properly addressed in my trust document. I will absolutely contact Jack again anytime in the future that I need estate planning assistance. I highly recommend Klosek Law Offices.
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10 Dec, 2020 by Janin
I would highly recommend Jack Klosek! I cannot say enough good things about him, his professionalism, concern for people, and overall warmth are just a few highlights of what we experienced. If you are a new family, like us, and have not yet planned your will, Jack will guide you step by step, effortlessly. Thanks for all your hard work!
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05 Dec, 2020 by Kim
Estate planning? Jack is your Attorney! He is intelligent, knowledgeable, professional and very gracious as Jack came to our home to conduct our meetings. Jack was quick to respond to answer all my questions in detail for me to understand "trust verbiage." He made us feel very comfortable through out the entire process and showed us that this is his passion, helping people get their affairs in order. He even was gracious by eating a "yogurt & banana" when my husband wouldn't take no for an answer! How can you not like a guy like that! In all seriousness, Jack is top notch and I cant say enough about him, so if you are in need of any estate planning, choose Jack.
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26 Apr, 2018 by Ruth
I have known Ed a number of years, starting in 2008, he helped set up my personal trust, deal with my parent's CRUT, my estate planing, various real estate issues and always gives good advice after listening to what your issues are. Always looks out for your best interests.
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30 Jun, 2016 by Sandra
My father died and his will was challenged. I was scared and my lawyer who just did probate said she could not defend the will. I was referred to Edward by a lawyer friend who does appeal law. Edward was kind to me and fought hard to defend my dad's will. He won for me everything. No settlement because I had the best. That is what Edward is: the best!
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08 Dec, 2015 by Joe
After my mom passed my sister was trustee of mom's trust. We had always been close, but my sister was doing things how she wanted not according to the trust. I was sad over my mom's death and I could hardly believe my sister was now not following mom's wishes. I went to see Ed because he does litigation. He made me feel sane! He listened to me. He understood my pain. He represented me and was able to get my sister to do the trust by the law. He even took the time (and did not charge me) to help my sister and I reconnect. Ed went the extra mile to protect my interests, both in the family trust my mom left and in my family. I am thankful I went with Ed. Not all lawyers are just like the jokes we all hear. Ed is a good man.
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31 Oct, 2023 by Phillip salaber
I went to see Mr Lopez to do a change on my trust and he handled everything for me and I was very pleased. He explain the entire process to me and took care of it within a week. I definitely recommend him to anybody that needs a lawyer.
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17 Jul, 2023 by Norma calleance
He is very detailed and through in explaining the benefit of creating a family trust.
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01 Dec, 2022 by Bob knisely
Gilbert very knowledgeable and helpful. Great to work with
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09 Dec, 2019 by Vernon
Jeff’s firm went to bat for me ... He & his awesome accounting partner Debra”.. ended up having plenty of professional showmanship , guidance,& patience with all -parts -of my estate probate being settled; Jeff & his firm ended up putting multiple 7 $ figure seattlement for me,all wrapped up nicely before; “haha this X-Mass !” Jeff can compete easily with other “big name - Sacramento California attorneys on same level , His prices are very reasonable ; I cannot thx klink law enough !
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26 Jul, 2015 by Anonymous
Jeff is an exceptional, trustworthy, hard working, attorney that goes above and beyond the call of duty. I feel very blessed to have been represented by him and would recommend him to everyone. If your considering Jeff, look no further because your in good hands with him. He's truly one of Sacramento's finest attorneys.
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08 Nov, 2012 by Anonymous
Jeff Klink is my first choice - a knowledgeable and compassionate counselor at law.
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07 May, 2020 by Jes
While I was not able to retain Mr. Ervin due to jurisdiction issues, he was so kind and thoughtful when giving me a consultation over the phone. He was methodical, compassionate, and you can tell he speaks from experience. I appreciate his candor, and if my issue changes jurisdiction I hope to have him in my corner!
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19 Oct, 2019 by Tricia
I reached out for guidance, I wasn't sure if I had a case. Attorney Ervin talked me through the entire situation. It was great to be understood and and even better that I felt he understood. Taking the time to go over the details, he made me feel secure that he was aware of my situation and I wouldn't be fighting this on my own.
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22 May, 2019 by Anonymous
Shawn gave us an honest straight forward evaluation of our case . He kept us informed, his fees were fair, and we won our case. He was empathetic, innovative, and seemed one step ahead of opposing council.
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06 May, 2022 by Ian qubain
I called in and although they couldn't take my case they gave some great information and recommended a great lawyer for my case. If they were able to do that for me, I can only imagine how great they would handle a case
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04 Sep, 2021 by Manny
Roy Loving has helped me resolve a very serious real estate issue and I have no trouble giving him my highest recommendation.
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15 Mar, 2021 by Martin zavala
Dr. Roy Loving handled my case very well. My problem was the non-return of my deposit in an apartment complex. I think he did a quick and very effective job. I recommend it.
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01 Dec, 2023 by Robert leinweber
Matthew Becker is hands down the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure dealing with.
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17 Nov, 2023 by James rohn
Richard is extremely knowledgeable and helps the underdog
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20 Apr, 2023 by Dimitrius taylor
Best lawyer in Sacramento , very helpful and he knew what he was doing, i would recommend him to anyone .
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27 Nov, 2023 by Jason
Like most, I never expected that I would find myself going through a divorce. This, however, was not the worst part of it. I was served with a temporary DVRO from my ex-wife that was full of the most slanderous statements that I ever could have imagined and an expressed desire to move out-of-state with our 6-year old daughter. I was feeling scared, desperate, and nearly without hope.
I was referred to Mr. Burton by a dear friend of mine and I wasn't sure what to expect. However, within a short period of time, he and I found our way to craft what we believed to be a winning strategy.
We were outspent 5 to 1 and went through a grueling six day trial. But, at the end, we kept my daughter with me and I feel a tremendous amount of gratitude to the work and dedication to the truth that Mr. Burton demonstrated during our shared ordeal.
With my divorce final and my daughter near me, I can, without hesitation, state that if I had any other attorney, I doubt my life would be the same.
Thank you, Randall.
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17 May, 2010 by Rheau cramsey
Mr. Burton demonstrated all of the qualities that you expect and HOPE that you will find in a lawyer. During an extremely difficult time in my life, I experienced his knowledge and professionalism as my lawyer and yet found it very easy to converse and explain to him my feelings and emotions. He gave me encouragement and a sense of value as a person. I would not hesitate to call on him again or recommend him to my friends.
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05 Apr, 2010 by Edwin
I was referred to Mr. Burton by a friend who chose him based on his low Bar number, which indicates a high number of years in practice.
Besides (or rather in spite of) his many years of experience, Randall Burton offers some of the most competitive rates for comparable services of anyone practicing in the state.
Communication between the client and his lawyer and any persons in opposition is key to the succesful resolution of any litigation and Randall's skill in this area, along with his ability to focus his attention on my areas of concern, resulted in a more than satisfactory outcome to my divorce proceedings.
From the outset of the action Randall was able to manage my expectations by educating me about the proccess and keeping me fully informed throughout the ordeal.
Because of his even temperment and innate grasp of the principles of advocacy, Mr. Randall Burton has a life-long fan in me; I continue to utilize his services for my legal needs.
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25 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
Helped our entire family with our estate planning needs. They were great!
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10 Dec, 2010 by John
Very skillful. Also very knowledgeable about the nature of our problem and likely outcome of our dispute.
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16 Aug, 2010 by Anonymous
Throughout the course of our litigation, Mr. Ostwald was extremely considerate of our plight. We had never been involved in any legal matters previous to our lawsuit so it was an extremely trying and difficult time. We were always kept up to date and totally informed. He made the whole "nightmare" tolerable. Part of our case was an area of law that he was not familiar with, i.e., equine law. His knowledge of medical malpractice was exceptional and he was able to combine the two areas with ease. All I can say is that he did his "homework" and did an exceptional job in the courtroom representing us.
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15 Apr, 2016 by Anonymous
David has helped me greatly since successful defense of impeachment hearings by student counsel. Helped organize and promote fundraising for music and sports events and been a valuable guide and a good friend through some of life's most confusing corridors. I highly recommend him.
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07 Oct, 2013 by Edith
David Frenznick is an excellent lawyer, knowledgeable, well informed, honest, consistent, and patient. I would definitely use his service again, and I would highly recommend him. He achieved what I need.
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24 Sep, 2013 by Troy
I have worked with David in the past and I hold him in high regard as an attorney and a business associate. I would work with David again and trust him with representing our interest in the future!
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17 Sep, 2016 by Barbara
My husband and I reached out to Brian Wyatt when we were ready to set up a special needs trust for our daughter. We were impressed with Brian's education and his breadth of experience. He was also genuinely gracious and professional in his conduct. He thoroughly explained the complexities of our options and asked very specific and detailed questions to produce a comprehensive product for us. We were so very grateful for the trust he prepared for us, and the peace of mind that came with it. I have returned to Brian to have him help another family member with their trust because I would refer Brian Wyatt wholeheartedly with reservation to anyone.
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29 Aug, 2011 by Jan
What I appreciate most about Brian is that he is accessible. I am able to call and ask questions about things I don’t understand. I’m not charged for this. I’m not pushed off to an assistant. I get his attention and expertise. If he’s not in, he calls back. Right away. Pretty unusual from my experience with attorneys.
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13 Aug, 2010 by Sherri
He was very personable and nice, his staff was great too. He helped answer some important questions we had and researched stuff that he didn't know.
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08 Feb, 2022 by Jazmine
Ms. DeGuzman was amazing to work with. From the consultation down to the issue being resolved, she was attentive, informative & confident. I had 2 prior attorney consultations prior to Ms. DeGuzman and she was the only one who showed genuine care. The ultimate goal was to have a successful outcome on my end and that’s exactly what happened. Very grateful for her work!
Case: Tenant/Landlord issue(Commercial Real Estate)
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12 Jan, 2022 by Rae
Not only were Ashley's prices by far the most affordable that I could find for an estate plan, but she was also extremely accommodating. She met with us on weekends, which was all our schedules could accommodate, and walked us through every step of the estate planning process, explaining all of our options as we worked our way through each step. She made a very intimidating process easy and enjoyable. For anyone on the fence about an estate plan, she is the attorney for you!
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11 Nov, 2021 by Lynn
From legal advise to estate planning, Ashley Law Group has shown nothing short of professionalism and expertise. I worked personally with Ashley and she was amazing. The rest of her team was equally as welcoming and knowledgeable. I plan to return to them for all of my legal needs in the future. If you are looking for somewhere local, reliable and professional, I would definitely recommend Ashley Law Group!
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What a Trusts Lawyer Can Do for You
A trusts lawyer specializes in creating and managing trusts, which are legal entities that allow individuals to transfer assets to beneficiaries while maintaining control over how and when those assets are distributed. Trusts are used for estate planning, asset protection, tax planning, and ensuring the financial security of loved ones. Trusts lawyers help clients choose the right type of trust for their needs, draft trust documents, and advise on the administration and management of trusts.
Whether you're planning to pass on your assets to your heirs, protect your wealth from creditors, or provide for a disabled family member, a trusts lawyer can help you establish a trust that meets your financial and personal goals.
When Should I Hire a Trusts Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a trusts lawyer in various situations, particularly when you're planning for the future distribution of your assets or protecting your wealth. Common reasons to hire a trusts lawyer include:
- Estate planning: If you want to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes, a lawyer can help you create a revocable or irrevocable trust to avoid probate and provide for your heirs.
- Asset protection: If you want to protect your assets from creditors, lawsuits, or potential future liabilities, a lawyer can help you establish a trust to shield your wealth.
- Special needs planning: If you have a disabled family member, a lawyer can create a special needs trust to provide for their care without affecting their eligibility for government benefits.
- Tax planning: If you're looking to minimize estate taxes or manage tax liabilities, a lawyer can help you create tax-advantageous trusts, such as a credit shelter trust or charitable remainder trust.
- Charitable giving: If you want to leave a legacy through charitable donations, a lawyer can help you set up a charitable trust to ensure your donations are managed according to your wishes.
- Business succession planning: If you own a business and want to ensure a smooth transition of ownership, a lawyer can help you establish a trust to pass the business on to your heirs or chosen successors.
Hiring a trusts lawyer early in the estate planning process ensures that your assets are protected and your wishes are clearly documented, reducing the chances of disputes after your death.
What Does a Trusts Lawyer Do?
A trusts lawyer provides a variety of legal services to help individuals create, manage, and administer trusts. Their responsibilities often include:
- Drafting trust documents: Preparing the legal documents needed to create the trust, ensuring it is tailored to your specific goals and complies with state and federal laws.
- Choosing the right type of trust: Assisting clients in selecting the most appropriate type of trust for their needs, whether it's a revocable trust, irrevocable trust, living trust, or special needs trust.
- Trust administration: Guiding trustees through their legal responsibilities, including managing assets, making distributions to beneficiaries, and filing tax returns.
- Modifying or terminating trusts: Helping modify or terminate trusts if circumstances change, such as changes in tax laws, family situations, or personal preferences.
- Protecting beneficiaries' interests: Structuring trusts to protect the interests of beneficiaries, especially if there are concerns about financial management, disability, or dependency issues.
- Minimizing estate taxes: Assisting clients in structuring their trusts to minimize or avoid estate taxes, ensuring more of the estate passes to beneficiaries.
- Handling disputes: Mediating or representing clients in court if disputes arise among beneficiaries or between trustees and beneficiaries.
How Are Trusts Lawyers Paid?
Trusts lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the trust and the type of legal work involved. Common payment methods include:
- Flat fee: For drafting basic trusts, such as revocable living trusts or special needs trusts, many lawyers charge a flat fee. This can range from $1,000 to $5,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the trust.
- Hourly rate: For more complex trust planning, ongoing trust administration, or resolving disputes, some lawyers charge by the hour. Hourly rates typically range from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer’s experience and location.
- Retainer: For long-term trust administration or complex estate planning cases, some lawyers may require a retainer, an upfront payment that covers ongoing services.
- Contingency fee (rare): In rare cases, particularly in disputes involving the administration of a trust, lawyers may work on a contingency fee basis, getting paid only if they successfully recover funds or resolve a legal dispute in your favor.
Always discuss the fee structure with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand the total cost of services.
How Much Does a Trusts Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a trusts lawyer depends on the complexity of the trust, the lawyer’s experience, and the fee structure. General cost estimates include:
- Basic trust creation: For simple trusts, such as revocable living trusts, fees may range from $1,000 to $3,000.
- Complex trust creation: For sophisticated estate plans involving multiple trusts, tax planning strategies, or special needs considerations, legal fees may range from $5,000 to $10,000 or more.
- Trust administration: If you are serving as a trustee and need ongoing legal advice, hourly rates for trust administration can range from $150 to $500 or more.
- Dispute resolution: Costs for litigation or mediation in trust disputes may range from $5,000 to $50,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the case.
Be sure to get a detailed cost estimate from your lawyer during the consultation to ensure the services fit within your budget.
Top Questions to Ask a Trusts Lawyer
Before hiring a trusts lawyer, consider asking the following questions:
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What experience do you have with creating trusts?
Ensure the lawyer has experience drafting trusts and managing trust administration for clients with similar goals or asset structures. -
What types of trusts do you recommend for my situation?
Ask the lawyer to explain the different types of trusts available and which ones best suit your needs. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify the fee structure and request an estimate of the total cost. -
What are the tax implications of the trust?
Ensure the lawyer can explain how the trust will affect your taxes and strategies to minimize tax liability. -
How long will it take to set up the trust?
Ask for a timeline for creating and finalizing the trust documents. -
Will you handle the trust administration?
If ongoing management is required, inquire whether the lawyer will assist with trust administration or if you'll need a separate trustee. -
Can you help resolve disputes if they arise?
Ask about the lawyer's experience in resolving trust disputes.
How to Check the Credibility of a Trusts Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable trusts lawyer, take the following steps:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm the lawyer is licensed and has no disciplinary actions.
- Look for trust law experience: Review their website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in estate planning and trusts.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for feedback on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google.
- Ask for references: Request references from past clients who can speak to their experience with the lawyer.
- Check for certifications: Look for certifications such as Certified Estate Planning Law Specialist (EPLS) or memberships in organizations like the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (AAEPA).
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most of your first consultation with a trusts lawyer, bring the following:
- List of assets: Prepare a list of all your assets, including real estate, bank accounts, investments, retirement accounts, and personal property.
- List of beneficiaries: Provide names and contact information of individuals or organizations you want to name as beneficiaries.
- Existing estate planning documents: Bring copies of any existing wills, trusts, or other estate planning documents.
- Financial information: Bring financial statements, tax returns, and other relevant financial documentation.
- Questions for the lawyer: Prepare a list of questions about the trust creation process, fees, and how the trust will protect your assets and beneficiaries.
- Goals for the trust: Clearly outline your objectives, such as asset protection, tax minimization, or provisions for beneficiaries, so the lawyer can tailor the trust to your needs.
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your situation effectively and receive the best possible legal advice for creating and managing your trust.
