Jeffrey Louis Gaffney

Jeffrey Louis Gaffney

4.8
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 32 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Carlsbad, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills & Living Wills

1902 Wright Place, Suite 200, Carlsbad, CA

About Jeffrey

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 60%

Helping people plan their estates and protect their assets is now the main thrust of my practice. My experience with investments, fraud and elder abuse combine to make me a knowledgeable and caring advocate.

14 years | 100 cases

60%
Trusts 25%

Helping people plan their estates and protect their assets is now the main thrust of my practice. My experience with investments, fraud and elder abuse combine to make me a knowledgeable and caring advocate.

14 years | 100 cases

25%
Wills and Living Wills 15%

Helping people plan their estates and protect their assets is now the main thrust of my practice. My experience with investments, fraud and elder abuse combine to make me a knowledgeable and caring advocate.

14 years | 100 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 31 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1994

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jeffrey Louis Gaffney

1902 Wright Place, Suite 200, Carlsbad, CA, 92008

Jeffrey Gaffney

Emerald Plaza, 402 West Broadway, Suite 200, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Jeffrey Louis Gaffney's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

5 star (20)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Connie L | May 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A great choice

What. A. Great. Lawyer. You won't be disappointed. In addition to really knowing his stuff, he's also very easy to work with. Simply the best.

Posted by Suzanne Lurvey | September 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He is what all attorneys should aspire to be

This is what all attorneys should aspire to be like. Mr. Gaffney was quick, very patient, and made us feel as if we were the only clients that mattered at that point in time. He got what we needed done very quick, and explained every little bit of it in a way that we could both understand. And his ra...tes were more than reasonable. We were quoted 3 times that by other attorneys. If i could give ten stars, I would.

Posted by Julee | March 23, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Beyond helpful.

Jeffrey Gaffney has gone out of his way to help me with questions regarding my Fathers Estate/Trust. There are so many questions when it comes to Wills/Trusts and one question always seems to give rise to yet another. Jeff has been gracious, helpful and extremely responsive to my requests. He is unde...rstanding, caring, professional and easily earns a "5 star" rating! I highly recommend him for your estate planning needs, no matter how big or small. Thank you Jeff for all your valued assistance. We are truly grateful.

Posted by Margaret L. | February 2, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Responsive and precise

Very efficient and responsive with succinct answers on several rounds of questions I had with regard to a trust document I had drafted using DIY resources.

Posted by Tim | January 18, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Stellar Estate Planning Attorney!

Jeffrey was superb! It was a busy holiday weekend and Jeff put in some solid hours on short notice to help with a full gamut of estate planning docs, i.e. living trust, will, power of attorney, healthcare directives, etc. Jeff has a great deal of depth and knowledge of tricky areas, but always kept ...things light to alleviate the stress I was feeling. He did an excellent job at explaining and answering questions. He processed everything quickly and we were able to expedite everything faster than planned. I've used attorneys for both business and family before, so I am used to paying the high fees to get things done right and quickly. This time was different, Jeff was extremely reasonable with his final invoice. I can tell you that I had never paid more than invoiced for legal fees until I used Jeff. I actually paid extra!!! Call it a tip, if you want. He was well worth it and I highly recommend him.

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Wiley E. Manuel Certificate for Pro Bono Legal Services, California Lawyers Association

2018

Distinguished Service Award, San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program

2013

Meritorious Service Medal, U.S. Navy

2011

Army Commendation Medal, U.S. Army

2010

National. Meritorious Service Award, Operation Homefront

2010

Navy & Marine Core Commendation Medal, U.S. Navy

2007

Joint Service Commendation, U.S. Navy

2004

Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, U.S. Navy

Associations

2019 - Present

Free Will

Fellow

2012 - Present

Legal Aid Society

Volunteer Attorney

2011 - Present

San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program

Volunteer Attorney

Education

2004

United States Army War College

MA - Masters

1993

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

State University of New York, College at Oswego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1996

North County Times Fraudulent Insurance Practices

1994

Times Advocate Fraudulent Brokerage Sales Practices

Languages

English

Activity

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