California Probate and Trusts Attorney
Experienced Counsel throughout Los Gatos, Saratoga, Campbell, Almaden Valley and the Santa Cruz Mountains
If you are considering how you will distribute your assets to your children or loved ones upon your death, you may be concerned about the upward trend in the costs involved in settling an estate through the probate courts in California as well as inheritance taxes. You may be uncertain what steps you need to take to avoid probate and inheritance taxes to preserve your estate for your loved ones. If so, you will want to speak to an experienced probate and trust lawyer to advise you, one who fully understands the tools available to you and who can help you accomplish your objectives.
At the Law Office of Brent N. Ventura, in Los Gatos, I bring more than 29 years of experience to individuals and families throughout Los Gatos, Saratoga, Campbell, Almaden Valley and the Santa Cruz Mountains. The hallmark of my practice is my commitment to personalized, attentive and responsive representation. I return all phone calls and take all the necessary steps to keep you apprised of the status of your case, so that you can make informed decisions. Contact my office to schedule a free initial consultation.
A frequent complaint I have heard in my three decades of practice is that the completion of the probate process takes too long and costs too much. My office is well known for the speed with which we administer estates, minimizing the time involved in obtaining final closure of an estate, whether the deceased died with or without a will or trust.
Trusts and Estate Planning
If you retain my services during the estate planning process, I will work closely with you to identify and implement strategies to avoid probate, minimize or avoid inheritance taxes, and expedite the speedy distribution of your estate assets to your loved ones. Often, the most effective strategies to avoid probate is the creation and use of a trust to hold and pass property.
At my offices, I work individually with each client to create a customized trust, one that takes into account your unique circumstances and objectives. I won't ever use a boiler plate trust, but will instead craft an individualized document that addresses your needs. I have a comprehensive understanding of all different types of trusts, including living and testamentary trusts, revocable and irrevocable trusts, spendthrift trusts and special needs trusts.
When you hire me to assist you with your estate planning, I will also provide you with a comprehensive trust package, comprised of all the required estate planning documents, including:
- Wills
- Power of Attorney
- Power of Attorney for Health Care
- Medical Directives
- Documents Protecting your Community Property or Separate Property Assets
- Deeds Transferring Title to your Trust
- Guardianship and Conservatorship Papers
I will make certain that you have itemized all items in any trust you create and that all powers under the trust are clearly delineated.
For an experienced lawyer to assist you with probate and trust issues throughout Los Gatos, Saratoga, Campbell, Almaden Valley and the Santa Cruz Mountains, contact me or call me at (408) 354-6725 to set up a free initial consultation. My offices are open Monday through Friday, from 9 am until 5 pm, and evenings by special appointment.
Law Office of Brent N. Ventura
236 Los Gatos Boulevard
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Telephone: (408) 354-6725
Fax: (408) 354-6725