Back to Search Results

Michael Gilfix

Michael Gilfix

10.0

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

What is the Avvo Rating?

Client Reviews

Not yet reviewed

Overview

Practice Areas

Chart?chs=124x124&cht=p&chp=4

Contact Information

References

Client Reviews

How would you rate this lawyer?

If you're a current or former client, share your thoughts (anonymously, if you prefer). Would you recommend this lawyer to other clients?

Review this lawyer

Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

5 endorsements


James Schuster

Michael Gilfix is a legend in the field of elder law. He was a co-author of one the earliest works in the field. I have attended CE programs taught... more

Endorsement from lawyer: James Schuster , Southfield (MI), 7 months ago
Valerie Meade Logsdon

I endorse this lawyer. Mike has a great sense of empathy and can explain complex issues so that a client can understand them. A great person and a... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Valerie Logsdon , Grass Valley (CA), 7 months ago
View all 5 endorsements

Résumé

 

License

39 years since Michael Gilfix was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1973 02/09/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Founding and Senior Partner at Gilfix & La Poll Associates 1983–present
Director at Senior Adults Legal Assistance 1973–1983

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Stanford Univ undergraduate
Stanford Univ Law School law

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Super Lawyer Super Lawyers 2011
Fellow of the Academy National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys 1989
See all 3 awards

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member, Advisory Board Academy of Special Needs Planners 2009-present
President, Advisory Board of Directors Older Adults Care Management 1995-present
See all 3 association entries

Portfolio

Publications

Article Publication Date
The High Cost of Aging Trusts and Estates Magazine 2012
Tax, Estate, and Financial Planning for the Elderly: Forms and Practice Matthew Bender/Lexis Nexis -- 2 Volume Book with co-authors, updated 2/year 1991

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Legal Planning Implications Law & Policy of the Developing Brain: Neuroscience from Womb to Death 2012