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Laurence P. Dugoni is a partner at Barulich Dugoni Law Group, Inc. Mr. Dugoni has been certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in estate planning, trust and probate law. He is a Fellow of The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, a professional association consisting of the most highly regarded lawyers throughout the United States. Mr. Dugoni also received San Francisco Magazine's Northern California Super Lawers recognition. He is also a Certified Public Accountant. Mr. Dugoni's law practice focuses primarily on estate planning, trust and probate law, estate and gift taxation, as well as asset protection planning. He has extensive experience advising high net worth individuals, families and business clients, and has testified as an expert witness in these matters. Mr. Dugoni has lectured on various topics, including estate planning, estates and trusts, income taxation, estate and gift taxation, as well as various asset protection strategies. Mr. Dugoni worked as a Certified Public Accountant for PriceWaterhouse Coopers from 1991 until 1994 where he advised high net worth individuals and corporations on various tax matters.

Paul J. Barulich is the founder and Managing Director at Barulich Dugoni Law Group, Inc.  Mr. Barulich’s law practice focuses on estate planning clients with high net worth, business owners, and people with significant financial interests in high-tech, wholly owned and start-up companies. Mr. Barulich specializes in representing individual and corporate executors and trustees, and conservators in administrations of estates in contested and non-contested matters.

Mary was born and raised in Texas before moving to the Bay Area in the early 2000s.  Prior to her legal career, she was a public elementary school teacher for over 10 years. Mary was recognized as teacher of the year and won several grants for her school. During that time, she wanted to do more for her students and their families outside of education, so she switched careers to expand her area of reach.. As a trust and estate planning attorney, Mary provides her clients with the highest quality counsel and resources. She explains legal concepts to non-lawyers in terms they can understand. Mary knows the importance of having a personalized estate plan in place and enjoys using her experience and expertise to help families.  She values answering questions, addressing concerns, and customizing estate plans for each client.

I was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia, and am a graduate of UC Davis and University of San Francisco School of Law.. Straight out of law school, I founded Modlin Legal, which back then was a freelance law practice: I did the work that other attorneys had no time for. I built that business up on referrals only, and worked for numerous small firms and solo practitioners across the whole state of California, in many different practice areas.. In January of 2010, I stopped freelancing and Modlin Legal became a full service estate planning firm. I specialize exclusively on clients whose net worth is under $5m. I have developed a very efficient 3-meeting planning process. I always offer free consultations, and strive to work for flat fees, whenever possible. The firm is nearly completely paperless, utilizes the latest cloud-based technology, and was just certified as a Santa Clara County Green Business.. My goal is to make estate planning affordable, accessible, and less intimidating. Please contact me for a free consultation.

Pam is originally from Queens, New York, but gave up the East Coast for the West Coast in 2002, a graduate of Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law where she was a member of the Moot Court Honor Society and participated in numerous national and regional moot court competitions. After law school, Pamela served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Leif M. Clark, a U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of Texas. Pamela has been an attorney for over 15 years and is licensed to practice law in California, New York, and Massachusetts.. Her litigation background includes prosecuting criminals as a Deputy District Attorney for the County of Fresno, defending Fortune 500 companies in civil litigation, and protecting San Francisco clients in landlord/tenant disputes. Pamela’s trusts and estates practice focuses on protecting clients and their assets for life and beyond through estate planning and wealth preservation. Her approach emphasizes an open and honest dialogue about a client’s personal and family situation so she can help them create an estate plan that stays true to their intentions and obligations.. Pam has been a Bay Area resident since 2006 and In her spare time plays tennis and enjoys staying active with her husband, young son, and two dogs.

My name is Alex Biddle and I am the founder of Biddle Law, a law firm dedicated to estate planning, probate and trust law. Please browse my website to learn more about how your experience with me will be a simple and cost-effective process.. I am a thoughtful, hard-working attorney who was initially attracted to estate planning through love of family. My goal is to provide an unsurpassed level of customer satisfaction in order to foster a long-term relationship. The majority of my work is billed on a flat-fee basis—at very competitive rates—so you can proceed with certainty, knowing that you are getting a great deal. Other law firms bill exclusively by the hour, charging you hundreds of dollars simply for asking questions.. If we proceed on a flat-fee basis, my prices include as much time as you need to ask me questions so that you understand your estate plan. I will also take time with you to fund your trust—i.e., make sure that the trust owns your property. Without proper trust funding, your trust will not do what you intended it to. Many law firms gloss over this point, and when the time comes to funding your trust, you are on your own.. I understand that estate planning presents difficult issues for people to face, but the fact that you are reading this right now tells me that you understand the importance of estate planning. Estate planning is a necessary process that will protect the financial security of your family and loved ones by allowing you to decide what will happen with your property and health decisions.

I focus on trust administration, probate practice, and estate and related planning for asset management and transfer. I have been practicing law since 2012 and joined private practice in 2019 after working for a number of years in legal aid. I enjoy working with clients to provide a high level of service and guide them through the estate planning or administration process.. I received a B.S. in 1999, an M.S. in 2003, and a J.D. in 2012 all from Indiana University.. I am admitted to practice law in California (licensed in 2016) and am currently inactive in Indiana (licensed in 2012).

Angel’s primary focus is on estate planning. She also has experience in business and real estate transactions. Angel attended Golden Gate University School of Law while serving as a Sergeant in the United States Army Reserve. As a native Mandarin Chinese speaker, she is available to serve individuals and businesses in the Chinese community. Angel is an Adjunct Business Law Professor for the San Mateo County Community College District.

I was born on June 4, 1967, in Savannah, Georgia, and spent the first ten years of my life on the East Coast. In the summer of 1977, I moved with my family from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Orange County, California, settling in Garden Grove. In 1985, I graduated from Loara High School in Anaheim, California, and attended UCLA where, in 1989, I graduated Phi Beta Kappa, Cum Laude with a degree in Communication studies. While at UCLA, I spent my junior year studying at Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Upon graduating from UCLA, I attended law school at the University of Southern California (USC) where I graduated in 1992. After graduating USC law school, I began working in the Century City (Los Angeles) law firm then known as Christensen, White, Miller, Fink & Jacobs but discovered that a big firm practice was not to my liking. In 1994, I opened up my own practice in Los Angeles, California, but have since relocated to Orange County, CA where I practice in the areas of estate planning, probate, conservatorships, business litigation, contract litigation, and intentional torts such as libel, slander, and conversion. In addition, since 1994, I have served the congregation of Temple Beth Emet in Anaheim, California as their Cantor. In May of 1997, I married my wife, Yvette, and we are the happy parents of two daughters, Jacqueline and Danielle.. My other interests include song writing, playing guitar, and traveling. I am also the executive producer and co-writer of a multiple award winner feature film called "The Yankles."  A young lawyer was at a job interview when the hiring partner told the prospective employee that his firm was only interested in hiring ethical and honest lawyers. The young lawyer responded, "Sir, I am very honest. In fact, I borrowed $15,000 from my father to go to law school and paid back every cent after I handled my first case." Impressed, the hiring partner asked, "What was the case about?"; to which the young lawyer answered, "My father sued me for the money."

Brian Ton is the founder of Satori Law Group, Inc. Mr. Ton advises companies and individuals in business and corporate law, real estate transactions, and estate planning. Mr. Ton believes in prevention of potential conflicts to avoid costly litigations. To this end, Mr. Ton assists clients in forming proper business entities, structuring appropriate business relationships among the parties, drafting and negotiating carefully thought out agreements, seeking to protect the clients’ interests at the same time minimizing future conflicts. Mr. Ton obtained his J.D. in 1987 from the State University of New York Law School after becoming a C.P.A. in the state of New York in 1985. In 1990, he earned a M.B.A. from the Wharton Business School at the University of Pennsylvania. Mr. Ton was admitted to practice law in the state of New York in 1988 and in the state of California in 1992. Mr. Ton is also a licensed real estate broker and LEED AP qualified to consult on sustainable building projects. Prior to forming Satori Law Group, Inc. (formerly Brian H. Ton & Associate, A.P.C.) Mr. Ton has served as Attorney for Deloitte and Touche, a C.P.A. at KPMG Peat Marwick, Legal Advisor and Senior Financial Analyst for Tenet Healthcare Corporation, Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs for Keller Entertainment Group. Mr. Ton’s many experiences also include the forming of strategic alliances and joint ventures with Cambridge University in England, Mitsubishi Corporation, and Litton Industries.

Attorney Natalie established her law firm in Orange County, California with a commitment to provide every client with high quality legal representation in their Estate Planning and Bankruptcy needs. Attorney Rotstein is committed to maintain the utmost integrity for her clients. Attorney Rotstein understands her clients legal matter is very important and Attorney Rotstein will provide her utmost attention and dedication to assist them.

Dennis M. Sandoval is a dedicated attorney with a unique and powerful background that has shaped his remarkable legal career. In 1992, Dennis suffered life-changing injuries after a car accident, breaking his neck and back, which left him paralyzed. However, this traumatic experience became the foundation for his unwavering commitment to serving the disabled and senior communities in Riverside County and San Bernardino County.. Dennis's personal journey has given him unparalleled insight into the physical and emotional challenges of living with a disability, as well as a profound understanding of the intricacies of the care system. This firsthand knowledge fuels his passion to advocate for those in need and ensures he can empathize with his clients on a level that few attorneys can match.. In addition to his life-altering experience, Dennis boasts a remarkable set of credentials that set him apart in his profession. He is the only attorney in California to hold certifications in three crucial areas: estate planning, elder law, and taxation. His accolades include the esteemed Certified Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law Specialist designation from the California Bar Board of Legal Specialization in 1998, as well as the Certified Taxation Law Specialist designation from the same organization in 2000. Furthermore, he proudly earned the Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) designation in 2004, meeting stringent requirements set forth by the National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) and the American Bar Association. To top it off, Dennis holds the distinguished title of an Accredited Estate Planner® (AEP) from the National Association of Estate Planners and Councils.. Education-wise, Dennis's accomplishments are equally impressive. He holds a Master of Tax Law Degree (LL.M.), a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration/Finance.. Before becoming an attorney, Dennis owned a successful tax planning, preparation, and financial planning firm in Orange, California. During this time, he earned designations as an Enrolled Agent with the Internal Revenue Service, as well as a Certified Financial Planner® (CFP) and Registered Financial Consultant® (RFC). Though he no longer practices as a financial planner, the invaluable knowledge he gained serves him well in assisting his estate planning, elder law, and tax controversy clients, as well as collaborating with their financial advisors.. Dennis's impressive career spans beyond his legal practice; he has also played a significant role in educating and guiding other attorneys in his field. For seventeen years, he served as the Director of Education for the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (AAEPA), a nationwide membership organization dedicated to estate planning. Furthermore, he has actively contributed to various organizations' boards and committees, including the National Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (NAELA) and the National Elder Law Foundation, further solidifying his reputation as a leading expert in his field.. Dennis's commitment to the community goes beyond his legal expertise. He actively engages with various special needs and disability organizations, such as ARC, NAMI, TACA, the Autism Society, and the Special Olympics. He is also a proud member of The Academy of Special Needs Planners, an organization devoted to assisting individuals with disabilities.. As a testament to his passion for holistic care, Dennis's law firm is a charter member of the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association (LCPLFA). This nationwide organization focuses on providing the highest quality of care to frail elders and disabled persons by employing social workers and geriatric care managers as part of a comprehensive team of professionals.. Beyond his legal pursuits, Dennis cherishes his roots in Riverside, where he attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help grade school and Notre Dame High School. In his younger years, he excelled in various sports, earning letters in football and wrestling. Today, he finds joy in building and maintaining marine aquariums and pursuing his passion for photography.. Residing in Norco, California, Dennis shares his life with his wife, three daughters, and a variety of beloved pets. He delights in spending quality time with his two grandsons and granddaughter, cherishing each moment with his growing family.