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Clients calling in with questions tell me that I am easy to understand. They say the way I explain the law relating to their matter tends to put them at ease because things start to make some sense. I do my best to help clients understand the process as we go through it. I am proud of this because I feel it is a big part of my job as a lawyer. I care about my clients and I get good results. Of course, you can determine this for yourself, just give me a call.
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Acquired: 1991
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1329 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, Suite 215, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91362
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Posted by Cheri Elson Sperber | September 03, 2014
Cheri Elson Sperber, Estate Planning and Probate Law Attorney
I have worked with Chris Gray for many years and have always found her skillful, compassionate, and caring. I have referred several clients to her, always with success. Chris is a great attorney and a great person!
Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2014 | Trusts
Excellent Attorney
Chris was recommended by my accountant and did an excellent job of helping me to manage a trust for about six years, a matter which involved a conservatorship, some elder abuse litigation and three bitterly-divided siblings with a lot of acrimony between them to deal with along the way. I'm grateful ...
Posted by Mariah | September 21, 2012 | Probate
Chris is an exceptional attorney!
Chris accepted representation of me over the phone 3,000 miles away in what can only be described as a probate court mine field. I was forced by circumstances to hire a local attorney and to hire one immediatlely. Other attorneys I interviewed either wanted nothing to do with my case, or wanted an ...
Posted by Norm | July 19, 2012 | Estate Planning
Knowledgeable and helpful!
I found Chris in AVVO.COM and phoned her with questions about my 85 year old mom's estate. She provided substantive information on the phone, was easy to communicate with, and overall was very helpful. When I offered to pay her for the information she refused and said it was within the 30 free minute...
Posted by Janice | November 10, 2009 | Elder Law
If I could only use one to word to describe Ms Grey I would have to be Ethical
It became necessary for me to become Conservator for my mother. I had wasted over a year with another Attorney who did not move the petition forward, respond to my calls or e-mails, and whom I might add, had required a sizable retainer fee. I phoned an Alzhiemers referral agency, they referred me...
"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."
"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."
"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."
Estate planning lawyer
Litigation lawyer
1996
Prosecutor of the Year, Tulare County District Attorney's Office / Porterville Exchange Club
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
2011 - Present
Camarillo Health Care DistrictVolunteer Attorney
2007 - Present
Conejo Valley Estate Planning CouncilMember
2001 - Present
Ventura County Bar Association Estate Planning Probate SectionMember
2006 - 2011
Partnership for Philanthropic Planning of Ventura CountyPast President
2001 - 2008
Southern California Council of Elder Law AttorneysBoard Member
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Bachelors of Science
English
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