Top best Estate Planning Lawyers in ZIP 94952 | 17 available
17 Estate Planning lawyers are available in ZIP code 94952 in Novato, California. Average rating of these lawyers is 3.7/5 and 58% provide free consultation with average fees of $288 per hour.
Estate Planning Lawyers Nearby Novato 94952 (by distance)
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Within 25 miles near you
(Petaluma Area) 94954 10.8 miles
(Nicasio Area) 94946 11.7 miles
(Sebastopol Area) 95472 12.8 miles
(Novato Area) 94945 13.4 miles
(Santa Rosa Area) 95401 15.2 miles
(Santa Rosa Area) 95405 15.3 miles
(Sonoma Area) 95476 16.5 miles
10 - 17
$217 - $359
38% - 77%
3.5 - 3.9 ★
FAQs - Estate Planning Lawyers in 94952 city Novato How many Estate Planning lawyers actively serve residents of Novato, California? Approximately 18 licensed attorneys focus on Estate Planning across Novato, California. Most matters are filed through the California District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps. What is the typical hourly fee for Estate Planning lawyers in Novato, California? In Novato, typical rates range from $185-$398 per hour for Estate Planning. End-to-end case budgets frequently land between $3051 and $6298, depending on hearings and discovery. How long do Estate Planning matters usually take in courts near Novato? Estate Planning cases in Novato, California usually take around 4-8 months depending on complexity and the California District Court docket. Which local court most often hears Estate Planning cases for people living in Novato, California? Residents of Novato typically see Estate Planning filings handled by the California District Court. Proximity to helps with quick submissions and clerk communications. Do attorneys around offer a free first consultation for Estate Planning? About 50% of firms near ZIP offer a free first consultation for Estate Planning, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.
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I was born and raised in Petaluma, Sonoma County, as were my parents.. I attended Santa Rosa Junior College and University of San Francisco, where I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree (Summa Cum Laude, in two majors). In 1979, I graduated from USF School of Law, and passed the Bar.. While in law school, I spent two semesters as Research Clerk for Judge William B. Boone.. Several years ago, I began to realize that many lawyers in estate planning are like generals fighting the last war. Like our clients, we worry about probate (inconvenient and expensive, but not necessarily ruinous) and taxes (no longer a concern to most of our clients).. Instead, we should be concerned with those issues raised by longer life expectancies, medical planning, and the need to plan for an extended old age. Specifically, we need to concern ourselves (and explain to our clients) about matters like the Durable Power of Attorney, Advance Health Care Directive, and planning to protect assets for our clients' loved ones in case of nursing home care.
I have been practicing law for 8 years, and joined the Law Offices of Bridget Mackay as an assoicate attorney in 2017. My practice focuses on estate planning, probate and trust administration, and elder law. I am proud to offer such a vital service to the people in my community.. I am a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, the Sonoma County Bar Association, and am on the Board of Directors for the Petaluma Animal Services Foundation.
Bridget has been practicing law for almost 20 years. After graduating from Santa Clara Law, she spent 10 years as a Deputy District Attorney in both Solano and Sonoma Counties. After the birth of her daughter, her priorities changed and she began a practice in Estate Planning. This transition was a natural fit and all her skills of listening, compassion and fearless pursuit on behalf of her clients translated well to this area of law. She lives in Petaluma with her husband and two daughters. Although she is not a native Petaluman like her staff, she has adopted this rich and rewarding community as her own.. She is a member of the American Association of Estate Planning Attorneys, National Association of Elder Law Attorneys, California Association for Nursing Home Reform. Locally, she is a member of the Sonoma County Bar Association, California State Bar Association Trust and Estates Section and on the Board of the Sonoma County Women in Law. She also sits on the Board of the Petaluma Education Foundation.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Novato and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Novato and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Novato and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Novato and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Novato and surrounding areas.