San Diego Estate Planning Attorney

We are Leaders in Estate Planning in San Diego

At Griffith Young, our San Diego estate planning attorney is an experienced, solutions-focused advocate for people and families. We handle wills, trusts, power of attorney, and a wide range of other estate planning matters. If you have any questions about your rights or your options, please do not hesitate to contact us today for a confidential consultation with a top San Diego attorney. 

We Handle All Types of Estate Planning Issues in San Diego, CA

Estate planning is fundamentally about preparing your affairs for the future. Every adult in San Diego should have a comprehensive estate plan in place. Our firm handles all types of estate planning issues in San Diego with a focus on protecting families, preserving wealth, and preventing disputes. Our San Diego estate planning lawyers handle the full range of issues, including: 

• Wills; 
• Trusts; 
• Power of attorney; and 
• Advance health care directives. 

We also help clients with other, more specific and complex estate planning matters in San Diego, including tax-efficient transfer strategies, including lifetime gifting, generation-skipping planning, and charitable structures. Further, for business owners, we are more than ready to integrate succession planning into the broader estate strategy to protect continuity and reduce exposure to probate complications.

How Our San Diego Estate Planning Lawyer Can Help

Estate planning is complicated. At Griffith Young, we are here to help you navigate each and every step of the process. With a proven record of client reviews and a commitment to personalized representation, you can rely on our San Diego estate planning lawyers to help you find peace, security, and stability. 

Estate Planning in San Diego: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do I Need a Will If I Have a Trust in California?

Yes. A revocable living trust does not eliminate the need for a will. Most comprehensive plans include a “pour-over” will to transfer any assets not titled in the trust at death. Without a will, your estate plan is not comprehensive. 

What is Community Property and Why Does It Matter in Estate Planning?

California is a community property state under Family Code § 760. Property acquired during marriage is presumptively community property unless it qualifies as separate property. The characterization of property can have big implications for estate planning in San Diego. 

What is a Durable Power of Attorney?

A durable power of attorney authorizes an agent to manage financial affairs if you become incapacitated. It remains effective despite incapacity under Probate Code § 4124. Without one, you will be vulnerable. Our San Diego estate planning attorney can help you with all types of POAs. 

Contact Our San Diego Estate Planning Lawyer Today

At Griffith Young, our San Diego estate planning attorney is a skilled, knowledgeable, and reliable advocate for clients. If you have any questions about estate planning, we are here as a resource. Contact us today to set up your completely confidential, no obligation initial consultation. We provide estate planning services in San Diego and throughout the region in Southern California.