$ 325-375 per hour
About Joanna
Biography
As a trusts and estates attorney, I enjoy helping families reach their goals by customizing the planning to fit their needs. Every family is different and it is important to learn and understand the family dynamic in order to properly plan. I take the time to get to know my clients and understand what their family's needs are. I believe this sets me apart from other attorneys and certainly from the do-it-yourself estate planning softwares out there. If you have questions about estate planning, I'd be happy to sit down and discuss with you.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
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Location
Preovolos Lewin & Hezlep, ALC
550 W. C Street, Suite 1600, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Estate Planning
Posted by Horace | July 25, 2012 | Estate Planning
Removing the tension
We had began the process of the Family Trust several years back but most of the information was outdated and not easy to understand. We needed to not only update our Family Trust but really start over. The tension was high with the family and the appointment with Joanna and her ability to speak Spani...
Posted by Andy | May 06, 2010 | Estate Planning
Making the complex simple
My wife and I didn't know a lot about setting up a trust for our family. Joanna helped make the process simple. We were able to communicate what our desires were and Joanna put them into action. We feel that the service was wonderful. Most importantly, my wife became comfortable with the process ...
Posted by Hector | October 01, 2009 | Estate Planning
Effective Trust Attorney
Joanna Solozabal was terrific in putting us at ease at explaining the complexities of trusts. We learned the benefits of carefully preparing and managing a trust and avoiding the pitfalls when she walked us through each step. I highly recommend Joanna Solozabal and her firm to deal with the famil...
Joanna Montserrat Solozabal's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. She is qualified, smart and caring. I've known Joanna for about 8 years now, and she is always professional and knowledgeable."
"This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."
"Joanna is a gem. She is diligent, thorough, hard-working and - best of all - she is an incredible person to be around. These are the qualities you should be looking for in a lawyer. She will take excellent care of you because she cares. I highly recommend Joanna."
"Joanna is a very qualified and diligent attorney, who I have entrusted with my personal estate planning needs. I have been extremely satisfied with her work and highly recommend her to anyone who needs excellent and reasonable counsel."
"Joanna cares about her clients and their families. Her understanding of the legal issues and thoughtful approach to estate planning is why I feel comfortable referring her clients."
"Joanna is a diligent, proactive lawyer who provides quality representation to all of her clients. WIthout a doubt, a well deserved endorsement for her work quality and professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. She is very knowledgeable in her field. She is also honest and trustworthy. She is one of the few lawyers that I will refer my own clients to for work on their trust and estate issues."
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Experience
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Associate Attorney, Preovolos Lewin & Hezlep, ALC
2007 - 2012
Associate Attorney, Legacy, APC
2007 - 2007
Associate Attorney, Cuny-Smith Law Group, PC
2006 - 2007
Law Clerk, Scudi and Johnson LLP
Associations
2013 - Present
San Diego La Raza Lawyers AssociationVice President
2011 - Present
San Diego La Raza Lawyers AssociationDirector at Large
2011 - Present
Lawyers Club of San DiegoMember
2009 - Present
National Latina Business Women's AssociationMember
2008 - Present
La Raza Lawyers AssociationMember
2006 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2011
BNIMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Paul Daniel Marks vs. Estate of Richard Crook
Judgment found in favor of my client
Education
2005
Univ of San Diego SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Univ of San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Oddities and Challenges in Probate Law
Ethical Issues in Estate Planning
2013
Estate Administration Workshop
Trust Administration
2012
USD Paralegal Program Continuing Legal Education
Basics of Trust Administration
2009
Sempra Seminar
5 Myths of Estate Planning
2008
NBI Continuing Legal Education
Basic Estate Planning - Legal Ethics
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers