Chris Gray

Chris Gray

4.8
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 34 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Thousand Oaks, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship ... +2 more

1329 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, Suite 215, Thousand Oaks, CA

About Chris

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 48%

I explain, amend, review and prepare all estate planning documents including but not limited to Trusts, Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney and Advance Health Care Directives

25 years

48%
Probate 25%

I assist clients with all issues related to the administration of decedent's estates in and out of probate court. I prepare all forms and make all court appearances as necessary.

25 years

25%
Guardianship 23%

I assist clients with conservatorships and guardianships of dependant elders and minors. I prepare all necessary court forms and make court appearances as needed.

25 years

23%
Elder Law 2%

I assist clients with issues related to Medi-Cal Planning, including but not limited to eligibility, asset preservation and recovery claims.

25 years

2%
Litigation 2%

I was a deputy district attorney for 7+ years where I handled most types of criminal prosecutions including property crimes (eg. embezzlement, burglary) and crimes against persons (eg. murder, rape) from investigation through filing and jury trial. I have also handled many trust, probate, guardianship and conservatorship disputes.

35 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 34 years

State: California

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Gray & Barba LLP

1329 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, Suite 215, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91362

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Chris Gray's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Grant | November 10, 2009 | Guardianship

Conservatorship

Chris provided outstanding advice and prompt service regarding my mother's conservatorship. I would highly recommend her.

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Chris Gray's Lawyer Endorsements

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Claudia Barba

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have closely observed Chris Gray the last few years provide clear and compassionate legal counsel to her clients. She carefully walks her clients through weighty, personal decisions. Whether a legacy protecting estate plan, a trust administration, a challenging probate, or a safeguarding conservatorship, Chris faithfully counsels and guides her clients toward their desired ends. In a word, Chris Gray not only provides her clients excellent legal services, but also gives them what few can provide—peace of mind."

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Mary Quin

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gray is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and true credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."

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Kevin Schwartz

Estate planning lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris Gray is a fantastic choice for any of your estate planning and conservatorship needs. I’ve noticed she has a knack for getting right to the heart of what her clients want (or need) – and a unique ability to describe things in ‘plain English’ rather than complicating matters with daunting legal jargon. Chris is incredibly patient and, in my experience, has proven she can be a great calming influence for clients if they ever find themselves grappling with uncomfortable or stressful intra-family dynamics during the course of their representation. Simply put, I highly recommend Chris…. In fact, I’ve even recommended her services to some of my own family members."

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Claudia Barba

Estate planning lawyer

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Kevin Schwartz

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

1996

Prosecutor of the Year, Tulare County District Attorney's Office / Porterville Exchange Club

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Gray & Barba LLP

2009 - 2017

Sole Practioner, The Law Office of Chris Gray

2001 - 2009

Associate Attorney, Van Sickle & Rowley LLP

1998 - 2001

, Horizon Air

1991 - 1998

Deputy District Attorney, Tulare County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2011 - Present

Camarillo Health Care District

Volunteer Attorney

2007 - Present

Conejo Valley Estate Planning Council

Member

2001 - Present

Ventura County Bar Association Estate Planning Probate Section

Member

2006 - 2011

Partnership for Philanthropic Planning of Ventura County

Past President

2001 - 2008

Southern California Council of Elder Law Attorneys

Board Member

Education

1990

University of Texas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Southwest Texas State University

Bachelors of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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