Caprice Lillian Collins

Caprice Lillian Collins

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 46 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Inglewood, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Trusts ... +2 more

3330 West Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, CA

About Caprice

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 75%

24 years | 1,500 cases

75%
Elder Law 10%

24 years | 1,500 cases

10%
Probate 5%

24 years | 20 cases

5%
Trusts 5%

24 years | 1,500 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 46 years

State: California

Acquired: 1979

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Collins Law Group

3330 West Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, CA, 90305

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Caprice Lillian Collins's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

67 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ms. Wickliff | August 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Excellent Client Service

I attended Attorney Collins’ seminar year’s back when I first became a client. I remember being thoroughly impressed with the information. I took a lot of notes and by the end, I had a whole paper of information. A lot of people think they don’t need to do this because they don’t think they have a lo...t of money but the reality is, everyone needs this especially home owners. It’s the only way to protect your home from being probated. A friend of mine got a trust done and her excuse for not having one a long time ago was that she didn’t have children. Still, she had assets and these documents are crucial to making sure the state doesn’t get what you worked for. I support the Collins Law Group because they support the community and women. I like the fact that the firm is local because so many people assume that quality only comes from Beverly Hills. In reality, it isn’t true. If I didn’t get quality service here, I would not be a client. However, I am a client, so that speaks volumes. Attorney Collins values women’s success and the community which makes her firm so much better.

Posted by Elijah & Lovene K. | June 23, 2016 | Estate Planning

Very professional!

Attorney Collins’ counsel was open and honest. She was helpful in directing us and shared information that we weren’t aware of, such as financial planning and the differences between wills and trusts. During our first consultation, we especially appreciated the personal accounts that Ms. Collins shar...ed with us. She was very straightforward in expressing why our planning was crucial. Attorney Collins makes you feel comfortable with planning, despite the sensitive nature of death. What truly matters is that at the end of life, the Collins Law Group will be there to assist our family.

Posted by Brenda D | June 19, 2016 | Estate Planning

Professional Service

From the first time I met the Collins Law Group, I was treated professionally and with dignity. It’s so warm at the firm. Attorney Collins is a local so even when I encounter her at Big Lots, it’s like we’re family. Ms. Collins’ seminars are first class and I enjoy attending them throughout the year ...even though I am already a client. I was impressed by a seminar that was given with the Alzheimer’s Association back in April. It was super fantastic. Ms. Collins came to my church in 2007 and I learned what I needed to do. I had been putting my blinder on and was reluctant to get started but I was given good information and felt confident in planning. It has been a joy to work with the Collins Law Group. With changes in my life, Ms. Collins told me what I needed to do to stay protected, which meant updating my Trust and Power of Attorney since agents needed to be changed. The staff makes difficult times easier. Any time my friends ask about a good law firm, I always say the Collins Law Group because I can’t say enough about them. I am well taken care of here.

Posted by Stephanie B | June 13, 2016 | Estate Planning

Highly Recommended !!!

Attorney Collins’ seminar on estate planning was understandable and very informative. She put the presentation in lament terms and did not use a lot of legal rhetoric. My first impression of the Collins Law Group is that they were very personable and professional. I received a postcard in the mail fo...r a presentation and left my reservation on their voicemail. I got a call back confirming the reservation and I was impressed by the promptness and friendliness. At my initial consultation, I appreciated another staff member because she made me feel comfortable from the very beginning. There’s a fine line between being professional and overly personable. The staff member, however, maintained a healthy balance and I appreciated that. She definitely made me feel like family without overly prying or trying too hard to make me feel welcomed. She was just naturally pleasant. At the Final Signing, the staff member allowed me to ask questions and my plan was comprehensive and thoroughly explained. Overall, I am satisfied with the Collins Law Group and their services and would definitely recommend them.

Posted by Bryan | April 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Plan for the Future

Attorney Caprice Collins was hired to review documents my father had done by a CPA. The documents were reviewed by her office and we learned that the documents were done incorrect and had them corrected. This was a huge educational moment and allowed me to continue to care for my father until his pas...sing from Alzheimer's disease. In addition, I was so pleased with the professionalism of the Collins Law Group that I referred my mother for assistance with a Living Trust to protect her assets. My mother stated that Attorney Collins made her feel extremely comfortable and assisted her through the entire process of the Living Trust. Upon completing the Living Trust, my mother had a binder with all her documents neatly placed and organized so that she could refer to them as needed. To date, Collins Law Group continues to follow-up with my mother to determine if there are any changes or up dates that need to be addressed. Lastly, Attorney Collins continues to educate us as clients through various workshops she offers for free throughout the community and newsletters her team sends regularly. What I've learned is that you don't wait until you're 70 years old to plan, it's never too early to Plan for the Future and protect your legacy.

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Areva Martin

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable, responsive, aggressive, creative, strategic, collaborative, reasonably priced, fair and well- respected are all words I use to describe Caprice COLLINS. Caprice is an outstanding estate planning attorney. She has a stellar reputation and is known for her expertise in estate planning. She is a Harvard trained attorney that has built a successful practice representing high profile and high net worth individuals in complex estate planning matters. If you are in need of a will or living trust, this is definitely the attorney you want to hire."

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Catherine Hammond

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Attorney Collins for 10 years through our mutual membership in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. She is a woman of integrity and cares deeply about serving her clients through excellence in estate planning. I would definitely recommend her!"

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Melanie Lee

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As a fellow estate planning attorney, I have seen Caprice's work first-hand and know of her competence and dedication to assisting her clients. Caprice is a hard worker who truly cares for her clients and is dedicated to the legal profession. She is not only passionate about her work but committed to get the best results for her clients. I would recommend her to my best friend or family without hesitation"

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Richard Avila

Real estate lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Ms. Collins very well since our student days at Harvard Law School many years ago. Although she practices in Los Angeles and I practice in the San Francisco Bay Area, we have referred each other many matters and clients over the years. In the 1990's and early 2000's, I worked for Ms. Collins' Creditor Institutional Clients handling San Francisco Bankruptcy Court Relief From Stay matters. We also handled the defense of a lender liability suit together. In more recent years, I have had occasion to consult with Ms. Collins on Trust and Probate matters. Ms. Collins is a very smart, energetic, and tenacious lawyer of the highest integrity. I recommend her strongly without reservation. She is also a very caring and warm hearted human being."

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Jerry Shiles

Trusts lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Caprice for many years and can endorse her without reservation, She is an extremely knowledgeable professional who is at the top of her profession in estate planning, trusts and estates, and elder law. I recommend her to anyone who wants the best attorney possible."

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William Hayes

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known attorney Collins for many years and through those years I have observed that she is a lawyers lawyer. She is extremely knowledgeable, honest and experienced. She is a determined advocate on behalf of her clients and will always seek to do what is in the best interest of the client. As an estate planning attorney, she is one of the most able attorneys in Southern California. Without reservation, I do endorse her."

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Michelle Biddinger

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

50th Anniversary - Honoree, National Association of Black Social Workers

2017

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Certificate of Appreciation, Philippine American Society of Certified Public Accountants

2014

Vanguard Award, National Action Network

2012

Year End Wrap Up, KTLK AM 1150

2007

A Look at L.A.'s Top Black Lawyers, LA Focus

2006

Entreprenuer Award, Black Business Association

2006

Woman of the Year, California Assembly

1995

Listed, Who's Who Legal

Work Experience

1981 - Present

Founder Attorney, Collins Law Group

1978 - 1981

Staff Attorney, Federal Trade Commission

Associations

2005 - Present

Crenshaw Chamber of Commerce

Member

2003 - Present

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

Member

2000 - Present

Black Business Association of Los Angeles

Member

1991 - Present

Inglewood/Airport Chamber of Commerce

Member

1979 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

1979 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Education

1978

Harvard University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

Univ of California Irvine

BA- Undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2017

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

What Every Business Owner Needs to Know about Asset Protection and Estate Planning

2017

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

Protecting your Clients Real Property from Long Term Care Costs

2016

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust

2016

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

Ownership Management

2016

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

Value Management

2016

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

Statutory Basics

2016

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

Introduction to Wills in the Probate System

2016

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

Transfers Using Revocable Living Trusts

2016

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

Transfers Using the Probate System

2016

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

Transfer of the Deceased Property

2016

Los Angeles Institute of Estate Planning Professionals

Introduction to Estate and Legacy Planning

2015

National Association of University Women

Estate Planning

2015

F.A.M.E. Women’s Ministries

Estate Planning

2015

American Society of Women Accountants

Estate Planning

2015

Alzheimer’s Association

Estate Planning

2015

AARP

Estate Planning

2014

Women of Color Breast Cancer Survivors

Estate Planning

2014

Special Needs Network

Estate Planning

2014

Southwest Realty Board

Estate Planning

2013

Good Samaritan Employees

Wills and Living Trust

2013

Crenshaw Chamber of Commerce

Wills and Living Trust

2013

Comerica Bank

Wills and Living Trust

2011

Philippine American Society of CPA

Aging Continuing Education

2011

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Estate Planning

2011

Christian Women Counsel

Wills and Living Trust

2010

Junior Blind

Special Needs Planning

2010

Faithful Central Bible Church

Wills and Living Trust

2009

US Bank

Wills and Living Trust

2009

National Alliance for Mentally Ill

Special Needs Trust

2009

Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles

Asset Protection

2008

Justice Federal Credit Union

Wills and Living Trust

2008

Crenshaw Christian Center

Wills and Living Trust

2007

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority

Womens Estate Planning

2007

Wells Fargo

Estate and Trust Planning

2007

Consolidated Realty Board

Estate Principles and Real Estate Planning

2007

American Heart Association

Incapacity Planning

2006

USC Alumni

Estate Planning

2006

Farmers & Merchant Bank

Estate Planning

2006

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority

Womens Estate Planning

2006

Aerospace Corporation

Young Family Estate Planning

2006

1st Republic Bank

Asset Protection

2005

Realty Executive Group

Asset Protection

2005

National Association Of Women Business Owners

Business Owner Planning

2005

Los Angeles Mission

Charitable Trust

2004

New York Life Insurance

Insurance Agents

2004

NAACP

Wills and Living Trust

2004

City of Inglewood Business Expo

Business Owners

Publications

2015

2015

Collins Law Group What Is an Elder Law Attorney?

2015

2015

Collins Law roup What Is a Conservatorship?

2015

2015

Collins Law Group What Is Joint Tenancy?

2015

Collins Law Group Five Numbers

2015

2015

2015

Collins Law Group Can Medi-Cal Take My Home?

2015

2015

2014

Collins Law Group What an Unfunded Trust Is

2014

Languages

English

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