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Most people think estate planning is simply passing wealth to your heirs tax-free.  But this makes estate planning sound as if it is for the super-wealthy when in fact it applies to everyone. Although planning for death and taxes are important, it is just one aspect estate planning.. When individuals create an estate plan their primary goals should be (1) protecting their assets; (2) ensuring their affairs (personal and financial) are efficiently managed upon their incapacity and death; (3) conflicts between beneficiaries are minimized; and (4) taxes are minimized.. As an estate planning attorney, I counsel clients on these issues. I advise them on the necessity and the method of creating a plan that will manage their financial and personal affairs in the most legally efficient way possible and I help them create a legacy for their beneficiaries.. Sometimes, however (no matter how thorough the estate plan), legal disputes arise over the disposition and administratoin of an individual's estate.  And when that happens, I represent beneficiaries and fiduciaries through all phases of litigation, including discovery through trial.  Such disputes include issues as to the validity and interpretation of a trust or will, and breach of fiduciary duty claims against an executor or trustee.

I have been practicing law in California since January 2000. I began working in government, first as  Deputy County Counsel representing the various agencies of San Joaquin County, followed by a position as Deputy District Attorney in Stockton. I left to start private practice to ulitize my bilingual skills in Spanish due to the lack of attorneys capable of communicating properly with clients in legal matters that could have severe consequences for years after. In addition, I have consistently given back to my community as a volunteer with you in Mock Trials, and as a mentor to those students thinking of a career in law.. In 2012 I ran for public office, prompted by my community to step up, and won a race for School Board Trustee of Oakland Unified School District. I currently represent constituents in District 5 for a 4 year term.. Torres Law Group has received many awards as a local small business from the Contra Costa Chamber of Commerce and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Alameda County, as well as recognition and honors from Assemblymember Susan Bonilla, Congressman George Miller and various other elected officials throughout the bay area.

Alex has a B.S. in Finance from San Diego State University and a J.D. from John F. Kennedy School of Law.  Prior to working with Horton, West & Bowman, Alex was a solo practitioner with his firm Bowman Law Offices for three years, and worked at Trutner Law Offices in Livermore for five years. Alex enjoys helping his clients establish a new business, creating diverse estate plans, and helping his client's through a difficult time after they have lost a loved one through trust or probate administrations.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Experienced Wills attorney serving clients in Oakland and surrounding areas.