Business Details
Experienced Estate Planning & Probate Lawyers in Richmond, CA
At Abelson Perez Law, we prioritize our clients' needs with over 60 years of combined experience in estate planning, probate, and employment law. Our team of dedicated attorneys provides personalized legal solutions tailored to complex family, financial, and administrative matters. We specialize in guiding clients through estate planning to minimize tax burdens, ensuring efficient probate administration, and representing public safety personnel in labor and employment issues.Our practice combines deep legal expertise with compassionate advocacy, focusing on resolving disputes and creating practical strategies for executors, trustees, and beneficiaries. With a legacy of public service and courtroom excellence, we deliver efficient, client-centered representation designed to protect your legacy and navigate legal challenges with clarity.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Law
Estate Administration
Employment Law
Trust Administration
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of combined experience in estate and probate law.
- Our team provides personalized service during complex legal transitions.
- Attorneys have extensive courtroom and administrative expertise.
- We streamline probate filings for efficient, cost-effective resolutions.
- Specialized knowledge of tax minimization strategies for estate planning.
Services
Estate Planning
We develop comprehensive estate plans to protect assets and ensure your wishes are followed. Our services include wills, trusts, and tax strategies. Clients receive personalized guidance to minimize legal complications for their families during transitions.
Probate Law
Our probate specialists assist executors with court filings, asset distribution, and debt resolution. We streamline California's probate process to reduce stress during difficult times while ensuring compliance with state regulations and beneficiaries' rights.
Trust Administration
We help trustees manage and distribute trust assets according to legal requirements. Our services include tax reporting, beneficiary communication, and dispute prevention. This ensures smooth transitions while maintaining the grantor's original intentions.
Employment Law
We represent public safety unions in contract negotiations, disciplinary matters, and employment disputes. Our attorneys combine legal expertise with firsthand union experience to protect members' rights and workplace interests.
Estate Administration
Our team guides personal representatives through post-death estate management. We handle asset inventory, tax filings, and creditor claims to ensure efficient transfer of property while minimizing family conflicts and legal delays.
People
Howard Abelson
Attorney
With 45+ years of experience, Howard specializes in estate planning and probate litigation. A UC Hastings graduate, he served as Deputy DA, Mayor of El Cerrito, and BART director.
Joel Abelson
Attorney
Joel focuses on estate planning and labor law for public safety unions. A second-generation attorney and SF Bay Area fire captain, he combines legal expertise with union leadership experience.
Cristina Perez-Abelson
Attorney
Cristina specializes in estate planning and probate litigation. A UC Berkeley Law graduate, she represents Bay Area and Southern California clients in trust administration and inheritance matters.
Questions
What estate planning services do you offer?
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and tax strategies to protect your assets and family interests.
How does your probate process work?
We guide executors through probate court procedures, asset distribution, tax filings, and dispute resolution to fulfill the deceased's wishes efficiently.
Do you specialize in public safety labor law?
Yes, we represent firefighters, police officers, and public service unions in contract negotiations, employment disputes, and political advocacy.
Can you help with special needs trusts?
Our attorneys design specialized trusts to ensure long-term care and financial security for beneficiaries with disabilities while maintaining government benefits.
