Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Legal Solutions in San Jose
Steburg Law Firm has provided trusted legal representation since 2009, specializing in trust, estate, probate, and tax dispute resolution. Our San Jose-based attorneys combine decades of collective experience with a client-centered approach, prioritizing compassionate advocacy and strategic problem-solving. We maintain rigorous adherence to fiduciary standards while offering personalized guidance through complex legal processes, including estate planning, tax litigation, and financial elder abuse cases.Our team's credentials include federal court admissions and active participation in major legal associations, ensuring clients receive authoritative counsel grounded in both technical expertise and practical understanding of California's legal landscape.
Services
Probate Administration
Estate Planning
Trust Litigation
Tax Dispute Resolution
Financial Elder Abuse Cases
Will Contests
Trust Administration
IRS Penalty Abatement
Conservatorship Proceedings
Asset Protection Planning
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 20+ years combined experience in estate litigation
- Personalized case strategy development with clients
- Proven success in complex trust and probate disputes
- Alternative dispute resolution specialization
- Deep understanding of California-specific estate law
What people say
Compassionate and respectful
Zealously advocate for clients
Timely communication
Complex case management
Personalized legal strategies
Services
Probate Administration
Our probate administration service guides executors through California's court-supervised estate settlement process. We handle asset identification, debt resolution, and distribution of inheritances while ensuring compliance with state-specific probate codes. Clients benefit from our streamlined approach that minimizes delays and reduces administrative burdens during difficult transitional periods.
Trust Litigation
We represent beneficiaries and trustees in contested trust matters involving document validity, fiduciary breaches, and asset distribution conflicts. Our attorneys combine courtroom experience with negotiation skills to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting client interests. This includes specialized representation in trustee surcharge litigation and conservatorship challenges.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services develop customized strategies for minimizing tax liabilities through legitimate estate planning vehicles and IRS-compliant structures. We specialize in complex tax scenarios involving installment agreements, offer-in-compromise negotiations, and penalty abatement procedures for individuals and businesses facing federal tax challenges.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans incorporating wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and advanced directives. Our approach ensures client wishes are legally protected while addressing asset protection, special needs provisions, and multi-generational wealth transfer considerations through tailored legal frameworks.
Financial Elder Abuse
Our elder law practice investigates and litigates financial exploitation cases involving unauthorized asset transfers, fraudulent schemes, and fiduciary misconduct. We pursue legal remedies to recover misappropriated assets while implementing protective measures to prevent future abuse through court-ordered interventions and guardianship arrangements.
People
Anita Steburg
Founder & Attorney
Licensed in California and federal courts since 2009, Anita Steburg specializes in trust litigation and estate planning. She focuses on alternative dispute resolution while maintaining trial readiness. Her practice emphasizes personalized service and complex case management for Silicon Valley clients.
Ryan Steburg
Attorney
Ryan Steburg contributes to the firm's litigation practice with experience in probate court procedures and trust administration matters. He works closely with clients on estate planning documents and contested proceedings while maintaining active bar memberships.
Anam Hasan
Attorney
Anam Hasan supports the firm's estate planning and probate administration services. She assists clients with trust creation, asset protection strategies, and court document preparation while maintaining direct client communication throughout legal processes.
Questions
What happens during a California probate hearing?
The court validates wills, appoints executors, resolves disputes, and oversees asset distribution according to California probate law.
How long does a trust contest take in California?
Typically 12-24 months, depending on case complexity and court scheduling for evidentiary hearings.
Can an irrevocable trust be modified?
Generally not without court approval or beneficiary consent, as these trusts are designed for asset protection and tax benefits.
What is financial elder abuse?
Unauthorized use of senior citizens' assets through fraud, coercion, or fiduciary misconduct requiring legal intervention.
How does trust administration avoid probate?
Properly funded living trusts transfer assets directly to beneficiaries without court involvement, maintaining privacy and efficiency.
What tax relief options exist for IRS debt?
Options include installment agreements, offer-in-compromise settlements, and currently not collectible status for qualifying taxpayers.
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