Modoc County Elder Law Lawyers

Dennis Sandoval, paralyzed in a 1992 car accident, turns personal adversity into advocacy in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. California's sole attorney certified in estate planning, elder law, and taxation, Dennis earned distinctions like Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) and Accredited Estate Planner® (AEP). His financial expertise, including Enrolled Agent, CFP, and RFC designations, enriches his estate planning, elder law, and tax controversy practice. For seventeen years, Dennis directed education for the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (AAEPA), contributing to NAELA and the National Elder Law Foundation. In 2014, he became a Fellow of the National Academy of Elder Law...

Jonathan Howell is an attorney who has spent the majority of his career representing individuals and families who have been hurt or lost a loved one due to the fault of someone else or a business.

Jonathan attended University of California Irvine from which he obtained a Bachelors of Science. He then obtained his Juris Doctorate degree from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. While in law school, he represented individuals in a range of cases from police brutality, Catholic priest sexual abuse cases, auto collisions, train collisions and mass injury cases including a BP oil refinery explosion.

After becoming an attorney,...

Jacqueline Ravenscroft is a partner at Tobener Ravenscroft LLP. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of California, Santa Cruz, double majoring in Politics and Latin American Studies and graduating summa cum laude. Ms. Ravenscroft went on to earn her Juris Doctor degree cum laude from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law in 2011. During law school, Ms. Ravenscroft was Executive Editor of the Hastings International and Comparative Law Review. She also received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award and Witkin Award for Excellence. Ms. Ravenscroft has been involved in tenant rights since law school....

Sam graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting in 2008 and his Juris Doctor from UNLV in 2011. He went on to receive a Masters of Law (LL.M.) in Taxation from Georgetown University in 2012. Sam’s practice includes estate planning, asset protection, trust administration, probate, guardianship, and business organization. Sam has established a strong reputation within the Las Vegas legal community for his expertise and provides continuing legal education courses in his areas of practice. Sam is fluent in Spanish and is licensed in both Nevada and Utah and is a member of the Southern...

Julia Wobbe is a tenant lawyer with Tobener Ravenscroft LLP. She serves clients in San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, Fremont, San Rafael, Berkeley and surrounding Bay Area cities. She has helped tenants with landlord harassment, refusal to repair, and wrongful evictions. In rent-controlled jurisdictions, she fights illegal rent increases, landlord move-in evictions (OMIs and RMIs), Ellis Act evictions, and tenant evictions for renovations and capital improvements.

Gina focuses her legal practice on estate planning, probate, Medi-Cal planning, and elder law. She is dedicated to helping families from the devastating legal effects of disability and death. With proper planning, individuals and families can avoid unnecessary court proceedings, protect their assets, continue their legacies through strategic charitable giving, and provide for the security of loved ones. Gina learned firsthand the effects of failing to plan when her rancher father was killed in a vehicle accident without any planning documents in place requiring her to probate her father’s extensive estate, including business and cattle operations. As a...

Attorney Maureen Lyons focuses on Elder Law and Estate Planning including Medi-Cal & Veterans Long Term Care Planning and Special Needs Planning. Maureen is a graduate of Southwestern University School of Law, Los Angeles. Maureen also holds an MS in Applied Biometry from the University of Southern California; an MA in Psychology from California State University, Los Angeles; and a BA in English from the University of California, Riverside. Maureen is a Past President of the Estate Planning Council of Riverside County, Past President of the Southern California Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys...

San Diego Attorney Joel Weissler (619-281-1888) has practiced law for over 25 yrs. Early on, his personal experiences focused his career on Estate Planning, Elder law, Asset Protection & Probate. Joel has been recognized for the past 3 years by Martindale-Hubble & Lawyers.com receiving their “Client Distinction” award as being in the top 1% of attorneys in client service & satisfaction. A 2008-2013 recipient of San Diego Magazine’s five star award program, in 2010, Attorney Weissler was selected through a peer nomination process as a "Top Attorney" in the Estate Planning Category by the San Diego Daily Transcript. Attorney...

L. Rob Werner is the founding attorney of The Werner Law Firm and is ranked as one of the most experienced lawyers in the state of California. He launched the Law Offices of L. Rob Werner in 1975 and since has built the company into an award-winning firm. He has repeatedly been recognized for his quality service to his clients and to the community. Some of the honors he has received include: Readers' Choice Award for Best Attorney from the Los Angeles Daily News; SCV Bar Association Attorney of the Year; Voted "Best Of" Santa Clarita Valley...

Darlynn graduated near the top of her law school class from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, California in 1996. While at Loyola Law School, Darlynn was a member of the prestigious Loyola Law Review. After graduation, Darlynn served as a judicial law clerk to federal Judge John E. Ryan. She subsequently practiced at a premier business litigation firm in Orange County. Darlynn is an active member of Wealth Counsel, LLC, a national organization of trusts and estates attorneys who maintain the highest level of expertise through collaboration in estate planning. She is also active in the Orange County Bar Association. Darlynn...

As Managing Partner of Mission Personal Injury Lawyers in San Diego, Chula Vista, and Carlsbad, it is an honor to have been named a San Diego Super Lawyers Rising Star for the past several years. This designation is awarded to no more than 2.5% of attorneys in San Diego. However, that recognition is secondary to the privilege that I have, to advocate on behalf of San Diegans who have been injured in an accident. I love that my job is to fight for those who need help the most, while they recover from serious injuries. As an experienced and top-reviewed San...

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....

Lukas I. Pick graduated from the University of California-Santa Barbara where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in English. He went on to attend law school at the University of San Diego, where he earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. After graduating law school he began working for a law firm which specialized in defending physicians in cases of medical malpractice. He became a partner in only 3 years, and learned how insurance companies value and approach litigation.

In 2010, Lukas I. Pick stopped practicing defense work and began representing victims of personal injury and elder abuse/neglect. Since 2010, 100%...

A graduate of McGeorge School of Law, Daniel A. Hunt is lead attorney and owner of the Law Offices of Daniel A. Hunt. He is a State Bar of California Certified Legal Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law.

Mr. Hunt is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Sacramento Estate Planning Council. He has served as President, Vice President, and Secretary of the Probate and Estates section of the Sacramento County Bar Association. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Sacramento County Bar Association.

Mr. Hunt lectures widely on estate planning topics,...

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...

I began my legal career in general civil litigation in Sacramento focusing on real estate, business and employment law. I shifted focus to the areas of estate planning, trust and probate administration, opening LifePath Law in late 2006. My practice evolved to include litigation regarding trusts and estates, such as will contests, financial elder abuse, care custodian issues, and trustee fiduciary duties.

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...

Attorney Genene N. Dunn is an accomplished attorney with a passion for helping clients with decedent estates and a commitment to helping clients secure their future. Her legal journey began in 2008 when she started working as a law clerk, specializing in estate planning. In 2014, she was admitted to the bar and became a licensed attorney, allowing her to apply her extensive knowledge and expertise to serve clients' needs effectively. In 2016, Genene took a significant step in her career by becoming a partner and co-owner of Hunsberger Dunn LLP, a renowned law office dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services...

As managing attorney and founding principal of Sweet James, LLP, James M. Bergener has secured millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements in both state and federal courts. His practice extends to injury tort litigation involving car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, slip & falls, defective products, police excessive force, road defects, and toxic exposure.

As an avid motorcyclist and MotoGP racing enthusiast, Mr. Bergener’s experience in court is supplemented with his experience on the road. With his personal passion for bike safety, motorcycle accident victims represented by the firm have benefited from the insight of a skilled professional and...

Lisa has unique experience providing expert guidance to clients planning their lifetime gifting objectives, avoiding conservatorship, and transferring property at death through wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. She creates a customized plan for each client and provides ongoing support. Lisa brings 9 years of experience in the financial industry administering trusts as a corporate trustee, assisting trustees during administration, and working with financial institutions. She has specialized training to address the specific needs of older clients who may need additional support in the planning process and the administration. Reach out to Lisa today through her website for a complimentary consultation. Lisa's...

Tammy has dedicated her legal career to consumer protection. Tammy specializes in going after creditors and debt collection agencies for unlawful abusive debt collection tactics and unlawful telemarketing practices under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act. Tammy uses her expertise under these powerful federal laws to fight for the rights of consumers who often times have nowhere left to turn, and then goes on to achieve maximum settlement awards against their abusers. Tammy has helped over a thousand consumers put an end to harassment from abusive debt collectors and annoying telemarketers, and her clients...

Leah Larkin has been practicing law since 2004. She practices in the area of Estate Planning, Probate, Trust Administration and Business Law. Leah Larkin is a Certified Specialist in the area of Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration, by the State Bar of California Legal Board of Specialization.

Leah grew up in the Pass Area. She is a graduate of Beaumont High School and University of Redlands. Leah attended University of La Verne College of Law on a full tuition scholarship, graduating top of her class as Valedictorian and passing the bar on the first time in 2004. Leah is...

Alexander R. Ginzburg is an experienced Family Law, Elder Law, Probate and Estate Planning Attorney at Ginzburg & Bronshteyn, APC. His practice areas include Trust Litigation, Conservatorships, Divorces & Annulments, Asset division, High profile and high net worth matters, Spousal & Child Support, Child Custody, Prenuptial Agreements and Pre-divorce financial planning. Mr. Ginzburg guides clients through the legal process with an individualized plan of action and quality legal representation. He is dedicated to providing intelligent, aggressive, compassionate and affordable advocacy focused on achieving the best possible results. In 1986, Mr. Ginzburg obtained a B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University...

Samuel graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy where he also studied the Japanese language. He went on to teach English in Japan for three years, immersing himself in the culture and becoming fluent in the language. Samuel earned his J.D. at the University of California, Davis, School of Law where he received a merit-based scholarship and the Witkin Award for Academic Excellence in the field of International Taxation. ?Samuel’s passion for estate planning has driven his career for the past decade. He has lectured at the California Society of CPA events on transfer tax issues. He...

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...

Joe is a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law by the State Bar of California. Joe has practiced in Probate law since 2012, including in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Litigation, Trust and Probate Administration, Conservatorships, and the Probate of Estates, gaining extensive knowledge and experience in the many different and nuanced aspects of Probate law. Joe has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in the years 2020 - 2023 in the field of Estate and Trust Litigation. He was most recently further honored by being named as a Super Lawyers "Up-and-Coming 25: 2023 Orange...

Based in Los Angeles (now Beverly Hills and near Santa Monica), employment and business trial lawyer Jeffrey W. Cowan has an "AV î Preeminent" rating from Martindale-Hubbell. From 2007 through 2021, Mr. Cowan was named a "Southern California Super Lawyer". Professional Experience. Mr. Cowan specializes in employment and business litigation. He represents plaintiffs and defendants, and has recovered many millions of dollars for his clients (and also saved millions for his defendant clients). He also successfully sued Donald Trump's golf club. Learn more at http://www.cowan-law.com/results.php. Mr. Cowan earned his B.A. (cum laude) from Cornell...

Jeffrey Gaffney is a 30 year attorney and retired Navy Captain. Originally from New York, he moved to San Diego in 1985 and has remained here since, military duties permitting. An attorney since 1993, Jeff is a graduate of the University of San Diego School of Law. He began as a law clerk in 1991, helping aggrieved investors recover from unscrupulous stockbrokers. A former registered representative ("used stock salesman") and principal (licensed manager of registered representatives), he began his own law firm in the midst of a scandal involving Prudential Securities' sales of limited partnerships. Since then,...

Our motto is "Best Strategy for Best Result". Being a decorated war-time veteran of the United States Army, Ugo knows the rules of engagement both in and out of the courtroom. So we employ the best tools to achieve the best possible result for you. Sometimes that may require a vigorous litigation, or a careful engagement of the opposing side or sometimes a combination of vigorous litigation and pragmatic negotiation. We are simply result driven! At Ugo Harris Law, we have won overwhelming majority of our cases. So the overwhelming majority of our clients are return clients...

As a partner at Goldfarb & Luu, PC, Tarzana lawyer Rebecca Goldfarb provides sensitive and careful legal services on estate planning concerns. Attorney Goldfarb was recognized as a Trusted Advisor by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal in 2013. Additionally, she is the recipient of Comerica Bank and the Los Angeles Lakers’ Women’s Business Award. Ms. Goldfarb is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Estate Planning section, WealthCounsel and the San Fernando Valley Bar Association’s Probate and Estate Planning Section. Her firm is happy to offer zero-charge case evaluations—contact them today to obtain one.

Mr. Sowards is an estate planning and wealth transfer attorney. He sets ups estate plans, including living trusts, to help to avoid probate, minimize taxes and limit conflict. He also helps to settle out and administer trust and probate estates. He represents trustees to help them comply with the terms of the trust agreement and the California Probate Code. He minimizes conflict and lawsuits between trustees and beneficiaries or legal heirs. He also represents small and family owned businesses. He has saved his clients millions of dollars in probate fees and has successfully resolved several family conflicts that likely would...

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Long term Pleasant Hill resident, Jeffrey Hall, didn’t follow the traditional path to the practice of law. Indeed, attorney Hall grew up in central Los Angeles, and in a time when there was no expectation that he would attend college; and law school was simply not an option. However, after completing his bachelor’s degree in Economics from Saint Mary’s College, he volunteered with the Air Force in 1981 and served for 9 years, both reserve and active. Upon returning to California, he and his wife made Pleasant Hill their home and have...

Jack's philosophy in law as in life is best summed up by a quote of Winston Churchill: "Never give in. Never, Never, Never, Never." That philosophy has served him well by giving him the drive to become a Junior Golden Gloves boxing champion, a third degree black belt in Shotokan Karate, and to receive the honor of Trial Lawyer of the Year. For more than thirty-five years. Jack's goal has been to become the best trial lawyer he can be. As a California trial attorney, Jack has tried more than 100 civil cases before a jury. He...

Oxnard estate planning attorney Eric Ridley loves helping families and small businesses in Oxnard, Ventura, Camarillo and Santa Barbara counties protect their assets through estate planning, Family Asset Protection & Medi-Cal planning. I help seniors preserve their self-determination and their dignity, along with their assets. Attorney Eric Ridley always gives free consultations, and answers his own phone. Agressive and compassionate, Eric Ridley serves clients in Ventura, Santa Clarita, Port Hueneme and all points in between. https://www.ridleylawoffices.com

Christa Conry is an associate at the Tobener Ravenscroft. In 2009, she earned her undergraduate degree in history, with a minor in French, from the University of Hawaii at Manoa where she was named to the Dean’s List for each year of attendance. Ms. Conry went on to earn her Juris Doctor degree cum laude from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. During law school, Ms. Conry was the Managing Editor of the Hastings Women’s Law Journal and member of the nationally ranked Mock Trial Team. She twice received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award and...

Andrew Nef is an attorney in the firm’s Litigation Department. He is a member of the California State Bar, Sacramento County Bar Association, and California Lawyer’s Association. Andrew grew up wanting to be an attorney, dawning a suit and briefcase at the early age of 8 to dress up as one for Halloween. Andrew grew up in Fresno and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from California State University, Fresno. While studying law at the University of the Pacific – McGeorge School of Law, Andrew discovered his desire for helping people establish and administer their personal legacies through estate planning. Andrew...