California Estate Planning, Probate, Business, and Real Estate Attorney

Lawyer for Estate and Probate Matters and Contract Disputes

State and federal laws can affect your life in many ways, sometimes when you least expect it. For example, you could find yourself facing legal challenges related to the protection or administration of your estate, the operation of your business, or the completion of a real estate transaction. In some cases, these different issues can be entwined in complicated ways, and you may be overwhelmed by the prospect of trying to resolve them while protecting your interests.

When you are unsure of how to address a legal challenge on your own, hiring an attorney can help you proceed with a strategic approach and much greater confidence. At the Law Office of David Schechet, we strive to help our clients and foster long-term connections by providing legal services in several different practice areas to address their varying needs, including estate planning and probate, as well as real estate and business law. We also provide mediation services for those seeking alternative dispute resolution. With 35 years of experience, we can help you take action to prevent legal issues or resolve disputes as they arise.

Estate Planning and Probate Services

For many years, estate planning and probate have been an important focus of our practice. Throughout your lifetime, we can help you develop and update your estate plan to protect yourself and your assets. We assist in the creation of many different estate planning documents, including:

• Wills
• Trusts, including revocable living trusts and
• Living wills and advance healthcare directives

We also provide legal representation for the various parties involved in the estate administration and probate process, including estate representatives and trustees, as well as beneficiaries. We can help you resolve disputes over contested wills and other disagreements that may arise.

Mediation Services

In addition to providing representation in litigation and other legal services as your attorney, we also provide mediation services to help you resolve disputes related to probate and estate administration. In mediation, we do not represent your legal interests; rather, we guide discussions between you and the other parties to help you achieve a mutual resolution. Mediation may help you preserve your privacy and relationships, as well as save time, money, and stress.

Contact an Experienced California Attorney Today

For help with any of the matters mentioned above, contact our office at 800-282-4731 and schedule a free initial consultation today. We will help you understand your options and start working on a legal strategy that meets the needs of your situation. Our services are conveniently available to clients throughout the entire state of California within the comfort of your own home.