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Verleana D. Green is the founder and senior partner of her estate planning and probate law firm located in her home town of Oakland, California. She focuses her practice on the areas of estate planning, probate, trust administration, trust litigation and contract review and negotiation.. After graduating with a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley, Ms. Green earned her Juris Doctor from the University of San Francisco School of Law. Ms. Green received her Maters of Law in Taxation (LLM) in 2014. She was certified as a contract advisor by the National Football League Players Association since 2009.. Before opening her own law firm, Ms. Green gained valuable legal and business experience in several different positions. She focused on securities litigation as an associate at a major international law firm headquartered in San Francisco and spent time in the mutual funds contracts department at Charles Schwab. She also worked in the general counsel's office of Robert Half International Inc., helping to negotiate and draft sophisticated employment agreements.. Ms. Green stays abreast of the latest developments in her fields of legal practice through her memberships in a variety of professional organizations, including the State Bar of California, the Alameda County and Charles Houston bar associations, the Black Women Lawyers Association of Northern California and the University of San Francisco School of Law American Inn of Court. She is also active in the Students Rising Above college scholarship program.

Elizabeth graduated from Golden Gate University School of Law in 2021. During law school, she was the recipient of two CALI Awards for Excellence in Legal Writing and Research and participated in the Women’s Law Association. During her 1L summer, she served as a judicial extern at the U.S Merit Systems Protection Board.. Prior to law school Elizabeth worked as a paralegal for Boyeslegal, APC for five years on a variety of real estate and personal injury cases, and became proficient in the discovery process, legal research, preparation of pleadings, and preparation for mediations and trial.. Elizabeth has handled many real estate cases involving home purchase disputes related to non-disclsoure of defects, contractor disputes, boundary line/ easement disputes, and partition actions. In addition, she is experienced in personal injury, probate, trust administration, and estate planning. Elizabeth's goal in every case to resolve it as efficiently as possible and reach settlement without excessive litgation. However, in the event trial becomes inevitable she is experienced in trial preparation, jury and bench trials, and she will vigorously advocate for her clients.

Bryan’s practice is focused on estate law, including estate planning, estate administration, litigation, professional fiduciary services, and attendance in court as counsel in private mediation, conferences, motions, hearings, trials, and appeals. Bryan has developed numerous custom estate plans and has participated as counsel in numerous contested proceedings. Bryan’s practice covers a wide range of estate law issues such as estate planning, powers of attorney, guardianships, wills, trusts, advanced health care directives, Medicare planning, and contested matters.

Philip Bazzano’s current practice focuses on construction litigation and real estate.  He has extensive experience with general liability litigation including construction defect, personal injury and workers compensation, toxic mold exposure, insurance subrogation and coverage, real estate boundary disputes and water rights, professional licensing matters, and general business disputes.  His expertise includes all aspects of civil litigation and alternative dispute resolution proceedings, such as mediation and arbitration, as well as risk management and preventative counseling for clients.. Mr. Bazzano strives for the effective and efficient representation of his clients’ interests whether during litigation, risk management counseling, contract review, or general representation.  He is licensed to practice law in California, and is admitted to the U.S. District Court of Northern California.

Since 1975, the law offices of Mark E. Rubke has successfully represented people facing an extensive variety of legal issues using litigation, arbitration, mediation and negotiation methods.. Our ApproachMark E. Rubke, Attorney at Law, is committed to helping you navigate complex legal matters. Our founder, Mark E. Rubke, has decades of experience as an advocate and representative for people who live and work in Oakland and the surrounding area.. During your initial consultation, Mark E. Rubke will take the time to understand your problem and gather the information he needs to advise you of your rights and options.. We understand that a legal dispute can leave you feeling anxious and uncertain, and we make it our goal to reassure our clients, handling their legal issues so they can focus on their lives and their families.. Contact Mark E. Rubke, Attorney At LawWe believe that maintaining strong, candid communication is the key to a successful attorney-client relationship. We offer personalized representation tailored to your unique needs so we can solve your problem in the most effective way possible.. Mark E. Rubke is a native of San Francisco, California, and has practiced law in the Bay Area for nearly 40 years. He is familiar with the state and local regulations that affect your case, as well as the nuances of the real estate market.. To learn more about how our experience and record of success can help you, we invite you to call us for a free initial telephone consultation. Please contact us at.

“I am fully dedicated to helping each client fulfill their estate planning goals, through education, research and implementation. No two families are the same, therefore I am committed to creating customized, personal estate plans that reflect each individual’s values.”

Louis W. Pierro is the Founder and Principal of Pierro, Connor & Strauss, LLC, a law firm with offices in the Capital Region, New York City and additional locations in New York, Florida, New Jersey and Massachusetts. His Firm serves clients in the areas of Estate and Trust Planning, Estate and Trust Administration, Estate and Trust Litigation, Business and Tax Planning, Elder Law and Special Needs Planning. Mr. Pierro is a frequent speaker across the country on legal issues relating to estate planning, elder law and business planning.. Mr. Pierro is also a Founder of ElderCounsel, a national membership organization of Elder Law and Special Needs law firms, where he now serves as a consultant. It provides proprietary document drafting software and education to over 1400 member firms in 50 states. He also founded ApolloCare, LLC, a business that integrates home care coordination (EverHome Care Advisors), with connected home health technology (VivaLynx) providing seniors, families, and caregivers unique opportunities to live independently in their own home.. Mr. Pierro is selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America for Elder Law, and Trusts and Estates; his 15th year of recognition by Best Lawyers. He was also selected by his peers as Best Lawyers “2022 Lawyer of the Year” for Elder Law in New York’s Capital Region; an honor he also received in 2018 and 2014. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers for Elder Law and for Trusts and Estates and by Super Lawyers for 15 years and has been selected to the Best Lawyers in America, The Best Lawyers in New York, Super Lawyers of the Hudson Valley, Top 25 Lawyers in Upstate New York, and New York Times Top Attorneys in New York. In addition, Mr. Pierro has maintained an AV preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell since 2001.. Mr. Pierro is currently a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys; the American Bar Association, Probate and Trust Section; the NYS Bar Association Trusts and Estates and Elder Law Sections; and the Albany County Bar Association.A graduate of Lehigh University and Albany Law School, Mr. Pierro was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1984 and is licensed to practice in all New York State Courts, the US Supreme Court and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals.

Christina Watson Meier takes a pragmatic approach to problem solving and strives to make the legal process as stress-free as possible. Christina believes that to be an effective advocate, you must be actively engaged with your client and understand their objectives and goals. This requires trust between client and attorney and building trust takes time. Devoting enough time with clients to build trust is one of the reasons why Christina founded her firm.. Being happy at work is the second reason why Christina founded her firm. Christina has created a supportive work environment for the team; an environment where everyone feels safe, valued for their contributions, empowered to be autonomous, and encouraged to pursue their interests, and, most of all, a place to find their happiness.. Christina received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the State University of New York at Albany, and her Juris Doctorate from Northeastern University School of Law in Boston, Massachusetts. Christina is licensed to practice in all New York State Courts as well as the United States District Court of the Northern District of New York.. Areas of Practice. Certifications and Training. Education. Teaching. Classes/Seminars. Professional Associations and Memberships. Proud to be a Part of

I currently serve on the Board of Directors of Adirondack Women's Bar Association as President for the 2020-21 term.  I also serveon the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Schenectady, where I am Chairperson of the Campership Campaign.

Angela R. Tylock received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the State University of New York at Oswego, and her Juris Doctorate from Quinnipiac University School of Law in North Haven, Connecticut. Angela has always had a passion for helping others. During law school she worked in the Civil Justice Clinic where she fiercely advocated for the rights of her clients while providing guidance and support during challenging times.. Angela approaches each case as a collaboration between the client and lawyer and believes this approach renders the most effective legal advocacy.

Admitted to practice in New York in 1976; Office aton Rd., Rte 9, Latham, NY, 12110;; Offices by appointment in Saratoga Springs, NY and Troy, NY (518=226-0834). Over 45 years experience in Wills & Estates, Personal Injury, and Vehicle and Traffic Law.

I use my legal, financial counseling and teaching background to bring a unique perspective to my work in estate planning, estate and trust administration, elder law, real estate law and business law.. I believes in a personal approach to practicing law and will take your needs, thoughts and concerns into consideration before recommending a course of action. I will also make sure that you fully understand the applicable legal issues and available options before you make decisions.

With over 37 years of experience as an attorney, I bring extensive legal knowledge to your personal situation. I have provided legal assistance to numerous individuals and businesses throughout the Capital Region of New York State during my career in areas such as estate planning, business succession planning, elder law, estate and trust administration (including estate litigation), veterans benefits, real estate and business law. I have handled legal matters from simple wills and real estate transactions to highly sophisticated estate plans, contested guardianships and business arrangements. My estate litigation experience extends to contested wills, contested accountings, removal of executors and trustees and cases involving abuse of powers of attorney.