858.792.5988

Serving San Diego for over 35 Years

Clients, Colleagues, and Friends,

I retired on Dec. 31, 2019, and officially closed my office, after 42 years of practicing law. I thank you all for your confidence in me and your friendship over the years. My colleague David Dufek who has shared the suite with me for the past two years is taking over my practice and will have all client files. Not only will David be taking over the practice, he remains in the suite and is taking over my fax and phone lines. You are free to leave your files with David or pick them up. David's practice like mine includes will, trusts, and probate, as well as personal injury work. He also does landlord - tenant work and debtor - creditor matters including bankruptcy.

I wish you all the best.

Alex

Will & Trust

5 Powers of Your Health Care Power of Attorney

Your health care power of attorney is an essential part of your estate plan.  Every person, age 18 or older, needs his or her own health care power of attorney.  The purpose is to authorize a trusted family member or friend to make health care decisions on your behalf if you are not able to […]

Medical Power of Attorney FAQ

With a medical power of attorney, you can plan for the unexpected ahead of time and still be safe and cared for, even if you become disabled and are unable to make important decisions. What is a medical power of attorney? A medical power of attorney is a legal document that names an agent who […]

FAQ About Wills

You’ve probably heard of the term “will” but do you know what this legal document does?  When creating your estate plan, you will create a will.  Everyone over the age of 18 needs his or her own will. These are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the use of a will.  After reading […]

FAQ About Trusts

When creating important estate planning documents, you will need to consider who you will name as your trusted helpers.  These trusted people will assist you by making important decisions if you are ever unable to make such decisions yourself.  In addition, trusted helpers carry out your instructions incorporated into your estate plan. Below are answers […]

FAQ About Choosing Trusted Helpers

Many people have a lot of questions regarding estate planning.  Estate planning is a beneficial tool that can help plan for the future.  Take a look at answers to some of the following estate plan questions.  This guide can help you better assess your own personal goals and can help you to get started with […]

Wrap Your Children’s Inheritance in Trusts

Trusts are often part of everyday estate planning because of their many benefits.  By wrapping your children’s inheritance in trusts, you can prevent your hard earned money from being taken by your children’s creditors. Your children’s creditors – examples Your children’s creditors would be people who sue them such as in divorce, bankruptcy, medical malpractice, […]

What Does My Trust Say? (Part 2)

NOTE: This is part 2 of a two-part article on trusts. Read part 1. “What does my trust say?”  If you’re like most people, you were surprised by the stack of documents at your estate planning signing meeting.  The estate planning process, including the revocable living trust, has a lot of information to take in […]

What Does My Trust Say?

NOTE: This is part 1 of a two-part post on trusts. “What does my trust say?”  If you’re like most people, you were surprised by the stack of documents at your estate planning signing meeting.  The estate planning process has a lot of information to take in during a few meetings.  You will gradually become […]

Your Legal Documents and Important Information: What to Organize

Along with your estate planning documents, it is important to leave a folder or binder with other important information.  This will make taking care of you and your assets much easier if you become incapacitated or die.  It would greatly help your Agent (under a Power of Attorney), Trustee (under a Trust), or Executor (under […]

What is Estate Planning?

No, it’s not a stupid question.  We hear that question all the time:  So, what exactly is estate planning anyway?  If you’re like most people you have a general idea of what it means, but details would be helpful. Estate planning is a process that helps you to set goals, leave a legacy, and stay […]