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John Roney Stubbs
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Biography
I am passionate about helping individuals, families, and business owners achieve peace of mind by developing and implementing creative cost effective estate plans tailored for each client.
I am an attorney focused on Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust Administration, practicing in Manhattan Beach, California. I have been licensed to practice law in California for 32 years.
I was the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Sony Pictures Entertainment. Prior to Sony, I was a partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) advising global clients in the entertainment industry for over 18 years.
I earned a bachelor of science degree in Physics from St. Mary’s College, California; a masters of business administration (MBA) from University of California at Los Angeles, and a JD from Loyola Law School. In 1985, I became a Certified Public Accountant (Illinois) and have been a member of the California State Bar since 1984.
I proudly served as a Naval Aviator flying the A-6 Intruder deployed aboard USS Midway during the Vietnam conflict. To this day, I am an avid private pilot and over the past 20 years, I have enjoyed flying my family all over the United States in my airplane.
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Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-350 per hour
Payment Methods
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Licensed in California for 42 years
State: California
Acquired: 1983
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Location
Law Offices of John Roney Stubbs
1500 Rosecrans Ave Ste 500, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90266-3771
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Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2015 | Trusts
John Stubbs has my back!
Mr. Stubbs took over a complicated Trust Administration after my husband died a year ago. Years ago, we put virtually all our wealth into irrevocable trusts to avoid estate taxes. Unfortunately this labyrinth of trusts imposed significant restrictions on my access to our money. Mr. Stubbs worked out...
Posted by Wendy | July 09, 2015 | Estate Planning
Highly Qualified Estate Planning Lawyer
I have know John Stubbs for over 15 years. Although I'm an attorney myself, I consult with Mr. Stubbs whenever I have issues in the areas in which he has greater expertise. I have referred friends to Mr. Stubbs for estate planning, and they all have been thrilled with his work. Mr. Stubbs gets my hig...
John Roney Stubbs's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. John Stubbs is an intelligent, articulate, and caring attorney who utilizes his significant experience to develop personalized estate plans that meet the unique needs of his clients. While working with John on a committee involving California law, I learned to appreciate John's personalized and caring approach. I highly recommend him."
"John Stubbs is an innovative and thoughtful lawyer who goes beyond normal analysis to provide truly exceptional service. John's publications on retirement trusts and other materials are thoughtful and thorough, and provide lasting solutions to his clients."
"I consider John a valuable colleague. We participated together in a professional development group associated with Wealth Counsel, which gave me the opportunity to see first-hand his dedication and hard work. He possesses an incredible legal background, and is also a thoughtful and caring person. I am grateful to know him."
"John brings years of both legal and real world experience to estate planning and asset protection planning. Sound judgment, expertise and care for his clients make him a great attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Certified Specialist - Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust Law, State Bar of California
Work Experience
2003 - 2006
Chief Information Officer, Sony Pictures Entertainment
1984 - 2001
Partner, Pricewaterhousecoopers
1976 - 1977
Senior Consultant, Coopers & Lybrand
Associations
2012 - Present
WealthCounselMember
1984 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Education
1983
Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
UCLA, Anderson School of Management
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1968
Saint Mary's College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Exam Prep Course: CA Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law Specialization Exam
Estate Planning
2015
EPIC Course 2015
Estate Transfer by Administration
2014
CEB Course on Judicial Council Forms used for Probate
Probate
Publications
2015
John Stubbs Web Site
Standalone Retirement Trusts - why you should have one, what happens if you don't
2015
2013
John Stubbs Web Site
Asset Protection - Strategies that Work and Pitfalls to Avoid
2013
John Stubbs Web Site
Trusts for Minor Children
2012
John Stubbs Web Site
The Family Estate Plan - Why you should have one, what happens if you don't
Languages
English