$ 325-325 per hour
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Elizabeth A. Tresp JD, LL.M provides Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust and Probate Litigation services to clients throughout Southern California. Consultations are available at our offices in Pacific Beach and Solana Beach. A tough negotiator with a proven track record of success, Elizabeth strives to provide individualized, innovative solutions.
ESTATE PLANNING, WILLS, TRUSTS, & PROBATE:
Elizabeth understands first hand the importance of having your family's legal affairs in order, having lost her own father unexpectedly in 2011. As a mother, Elizabeth knows that it is never too early to plan for the future. As she does for her own family, Elizabeth will help you protect your loved ones and create a lasting legacy.
Knowing that you have planned for your family's long-term well-being and financial security can assure you that your lifetime of hard work is safe. Elizabeth undergoes a comprehensive analysis of your estate and determines the best means of transferring your assets, minimizing taxes, establishing guardianship for your children, caring for your pets, supporting personal philanthropic causes, and protecting your loved ones.
ABOUT ELIZABETH:
Elizabeth is a graduate of the University of San Diego School of Law, with a Master of Laws in Tax. While at USD, Elizabeth won the coveted CALI academic awards in Criminal Tax Fraud and Taxation of Anti-Money Laundering. For serving and leading her community, Elizabeth is a member of the San Diego Women Leaders organization.
Committed to her community, Elizabeth stays actively involved by volunteering at her children's schools, devoting her time and expertise to legal clinics, and donating to charity.
Offices in Solana Beach and Pacific Beach.
Elizabeth is compassionate, efficient, and dedicated to her clients. Contact us for a consultation today.
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$ 325-325 per hour
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Always
State: Wyoming
Acquired: 2024
No misconduct found
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
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2533 S Coast Hwy 101, Suite 210, Cardiff By The Sea, CA, 92007
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2150 W Washington St, Suite 203, San Diego, CA, 92110
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Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Trust contest
Elizabeth Tresp was retained for a contested trust matter, and her involvement led to a substantial settlement. Her approach was thorough, with advice that navigated the complexities effectively, and her approach in mediation was very impressive. There is no way we would have achieved this outcome wi...
Posted by Jason | December 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Invaluable Assistance in Estate Planning for My Elderly Mother
I sought out Tresp Law APC when it became clear that my elderly mother needed to update her estate plan, and I couldn't be more grateful for the service we received. Estate planning for someone in their later years can be overwhelming, especially when you're concerned about their well-being and wishe...
Posted by Mike | June 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
excellent
my buddy passed away and (unbeknownst to me) assigned me, through his trust, as executor. His trust was a mess, but Elizabeth was able to make sense of it and the court agreed with her. A HUGE thank you (!) for helping his heirs get on with their lives.
Posted by Susan | October 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Great
Elizabeth is so very easy to work with. She drew up trust and will documents for us and also did some work on insurance issues. She is completely trustworthy and did an excellent job with all. We couldn't be more pleased
Posted by Laura | May 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Excellent trust attorney
Elizabeth helped me with a very complicated trust issue after other lawyers i talked to shied away. I am grateful for her patience with me and the time she spent with me every time I visited. As stressful as the whole situation was, Elizabeth was always able to put me at ease.
"Elizabeth Tresp is a true advocate for all of her clients. She is compassionate and diligent. She listens to her clients to determine their goals and the most efficient way to achieve them. I highly recommend her!"
"Elizabeth is extremely bright and dedicated to her profession. She's a tireless advocate on behalf of her clients and great at formulating innovative legal strategies. She's an absolute pleasure to work with. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer and highly recommend her. Elizabeth and I have been classmates and colleagues for several years and she is an excellent attorney. She is a passionate advocate for her clients and advises and mentors other attorneys. Elizabeth will handle your legal matters with competence, honesty, and care."
"I will gladly recommend Beth to any prospective clients who are looking for efficient and personalized solutions to their estate planning and tax matters. She is the right combination of professional and personable."
"Elizabeth is a highly skilled and knowledgeable estate planning attorney. I have consulted with her on several occasions and found her to be an excellent attorney who I would recommend to anyone."
"I endorse this lawyer.I endorse Elizabeth Tresp for her knowledge in the areas of Tax, Estate Planning, and Trusts. Ms. Tresp is meticulous and reliable, dedicated to providing the best possible service to her clients"
"Elizabeth Tresp is one the kindest, smartest, and most diligent people I know. Her work ethic and professionalism are unmatched and anyone would be lucky to have the opportunity to work with her. She gives her clients the time and attention they deserve and does so with a level of compassion and care that sets her apart from other attorneys."
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2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Best of the Bar 2016, San Diego Business Journal
2011
CALI Award, Taxation of Anti-Money Laundering, Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction
2011
CALI Award, Criminal Tax Fraud, Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction
2018 - Present
Principal Attorney, Tresp, Day & Associates
2013 - Present
Attorney, Tresp Law, APC
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, IRS Tax Appeals Assistance Program
2013 - 2014
Of Counsel, Law Office Of Ann Harris
2011 - 2014
Of Counsel, Law Office Of Craig S. Ewing
2010 - 2011
Legal Intern, California Board Of Equalization Tax Appeals Assistance Program
2008 - 2011
Legal Intern, Law Office Of Craig S. Ewing
2001 - 2011
Litigation Examiner, Geico Insurance Company
2016 - Present
Better Business BureauAccredited, A+ Rating
2015 - Present
United States Tax CourtPractitioner
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaPractitioner
2013 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2013 - Present
Probate Attorneys of San DiegoMember
2013 - Present
San Diego County Bar Association, Taxation Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
San Diego County Bar Association, Estate Planning Trust and Probate SectionMember
Won petition for probate for decedent's sister
Stopped all collection activity, achieving Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status
Amended return, eliminated penalties, obtained additional refunds from IRS and FTB
Stopped all IRS collection activity, prevented lien, achieved Currently Not Collectible status for client.
2014
LL.M - Master of Laws in Taxation
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
How to avoid Probate
2013
Benefits of putting property into a Trust
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What's the maximum amount of money you can make for a 1099 job before you have to pay taxes.
31 Oct 2014
Does a "catch-all" clause in a trust allow a named beneficiary to withdraw money (probate free) from a bank account not listed?
28 Oct 2014
Bank won't release bank account to me, as trustee, with a small estate affidavit. Requiring court docs, even though no probate.
06 Oct 2014