Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Estate Planning Attorney in San Rafael, CA
At Kris Paden's law practice, we specialize in personalized estate planning and asset protection services designed to safeguard your family, friends, and assets. Since 2004, we have provided tailored legal solutions, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and trust administration, to help clients avoid probate, manage taxes, and prepare for incapacity. Our mission prioritizes your peace of mind through comprehensive planning techniques and compassionate guidance. With extensive experience in civil litigation and insurance law, we bring a unique perspective to estate planning, ensuring clarity and confidence in every document we draft.Our services extend to corporate formation, guardianships, and specialized insurance solutions, all delivered with a commitment to transparency and client-centered care. We offer house calls by appointment to accommodate your needs, reflecting our dedication to accessibility and convenience. Backed by over two decades of service across California, we strive to make the legal process approachable and stress-free for every client.
Services
Estate Planning
Wills & Trusts
Life Insurance
Trust Administration
Probate
Guardianships
Corporate Formation
Long Term Care Insurance
Advance Health Care Directives
Durable Powers of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years of experience in estate planning and legal services.
- Personalized service tailored to individual family and asset needs.
- Comprehensive expertise in wills, trusts, probate, and insurance solutions.
- House calls available for client convenience and accessibility.
- Proven track record of client satisfaction and professional referrals.
What people say
Thoroughness, thoughtfulness, kindness
Complete estate plan
Patient and thorough
Efficient and meticulous
Convenient process
Services
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans to protect assets and ensure your wishes are honored. Our services include wills, trusts, and tax strategies to minimize probate. Clients receive detailed guidance to secure their family's financial future while addressing unique legal needs.
Wills & Trusts
Drafting wills and trusts tailored to your family dynamics and financial goals. We specialize in revocable living trusts, special needs trusts, and irrevocable insurance trusts to avoid probate. Our process ensures clarity and legal compliance for seamless asset transfer.
Trust Administration
Step-by-step guidance for trust administration, including legal compliance and deadline management. We simplify post-death trust processes, ensuring beneficiaries receive assets efficiently while adhering to California laws and minimizing administrative burdens.
Life Insurance
Integrating life, disability, and long-term care insurance into estate plans for comprehensive protection. We advise on policies that complement legal documents, ensuring financial stability for dependents and covering potential healthcare costs during incapacity.
Corporate Formation
Assisting with LLC and corporate formation, including filing articles and creating bylaws. We provide record-keeping support and compliance guidance to establish solid legal foundations for new businesses, ensuring alignment with clients' long-term financial goals.
People
Kris M. Paden
Attorney at Law
Kris Paden is an estate planning attorney with over 25 years of experience. She specializes in wills, trusts, and asset protection, offering personalized legal solutions to California families. Her practice emphasizes client education and compassionate guidance.
Questions
What estate planning services do you offer?
We provide wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance health care directives, trust administration, probate guidance, and long-term care insurance integration.
Do you offer house calls for consultations?
Yes, we provide house calls by appointment to accommodate client schedules and accessibility needs.
How long does the estate planning process take?
Most plans are completed in 1-2 hours during signing sessions, with preparation time varying based on document complexity.
What areas of California do you serve?
We serve Sonoma, Ventura, Marin, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Contra Costa counties.
Can you help with corporate formation?
Yes, we assist with LLC and corporate formation, including filings, bylaws, and compliance documentation.
