Teddy Robert McNamara

Teddy Robert McNamara

also known as Teddy R McNamara, Teddy McNamara

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 20 years

Trusts Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Trusts, Probate, Estate Planning, Elder Law

3242 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA

About Teddy

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Teddy R. McNamara

3242 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92103

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Teddy Robert McNamara's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

5 star (17)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Constance | October 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent attorney

Teddy R McNamara is an excellent attorney specializing in estate planning and probate. Teddy prepared my living trust and throughout this process he was extremely through and knowledgeable. Besides knowing the law regarding trusts inside and out he has all the traits you look for in choosing an att...orney. Although he is very busy he takes time to answer any and all questions. I liked Teddy as an attorney right away. I quickly got to know him as more than just my attorney but as a friend as well. I enjoyed working with him very much. The whole experience was very easy knowing he cared not only as my attorney but also as my friend. Thank you Teddy for giving me the peace of mind for my family’s future.

Posted by Terri | August 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Trust administration

Eight years ago, my family contracted with Teddy McNamara to amend my father's trust upon his death. Teddy's work back then assured that we returned to him eight years later when my Mom passed away. Teddy was attentive and very responsive in dealing with the administration of my Mom's trust/estate, ...which involved long-distance tasks/signing papers. In addition, Teddy was very available at all times (particularly on weekends and after hours), and was personable. We shared travel information, which was a welcome diversion from all of the tasks at hand! We greatly appreciated this aspect. Administration of my Mom's estate was timely and quick, which is how I wanted it to be. The only recommendation I would make is that documents be reviewed a bit more thoroughly before going to the client, i.e. spelling and correct names. A quick re-check before sending documents out would probably suffice.

Posted by Jessica | April 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Trusted Friend

Teddy is not only an excellent lawyer, he is genuinely one of the best people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. He is a hard worker and takes great pride in running an honest business. He single-handedly turned around the most difficult time of my life and I now consider him a trusted friend. ...Since then, he has referred me to a number of other business professionals, all of whom exhibit his same work ethic and personal touch.

Posted by Deanna | August 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and helpful!

My husband and I appreciate the professional and helpful service from Teddy McNamara. It was our first time getting a trust and Teddy made it easy for us.

Posted by Ron and Suzanne | August 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

estate planning

Very PERSONABLE! Teddy thoroughly answered all our questions and was quick to respond to emails or phone calls. His complete answers made us feel confident in our decisions. Follow up contacts did not require additional fees. Teddy quickly reviewed and advised us on any extra forms we needed. We hig...hly recommend his service.

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Teddy Robert McNamara's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tess Reutzel

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Teddy is incredibly knowledgeable, effective and personable. I am a family law attorney, and estate planning goes hand-in-hand with my practice area. I feel extremely confident referring clients and friends to Teddy, and have always received feedback that my referrals are well looked after by Teddy."

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James Dicks

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. The 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."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Hiden

Probate lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Teddy has an incredibly positive reputation in the legal community as he always provides his clients with the utmost in legal representation while effectively advocating the position of his clients. I have had the honor of working with him in a handful of matters and have always enjoyed not only his sharp legal skills but professionalism throughout. As such, I would not hesitate in referring people to him."

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Sabrina Stuart

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have referred many clients to Teddy for estate planning services and have always received wonderful feedback from those clients. Teddy is dedicated and sensitive to his clients needs. He is always willing to go the extra mile and provides excellent service. I highly endorse Teddy."

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Michael Rott

Wills and living wills lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Teddy is an extremely thorough lawyer. He has a tremendous amount of compassion and patience which is a definite plus in the wills & trusts arena. It's not uncommon to see Teddy giving wills & trusts seminars all over the county, as he is knowledgeable and articulate and sought after to educate communities regarding the importance of a will & trust."

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Charles Scott

Trusts lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Teddy is a dedicated, ethical and hard-working attorney."

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David Hiden

Personal injury lawyer

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Sabrina Stuart

Family lawyer

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Michael Rott

Workers compensation lawyer

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Christopher Workman

Litigation lawyer

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Charles Scott

Probate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2005

Cum Laude, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

1995

Cum Laude, Clemson University

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Teddy R. McNamara

2006 - 2006

Attorney, Asaro Keagy Freeland and McKinley

2005 - 2006

Attorney, California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists

Associations

2017 - Present

California Teachers Association Region IV

GLS Attorney for Wills, Trusts and Probate

2005 - Present

San Diego Bar Asscoiation

Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Trust Dispute

4 million dollar settlement

Murder Probate Case

Life insurance proceeds paid to Estate of the victim.

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Education

2005

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Clemson University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Qualcomm

Trust Administration 101

2016

Qualcomm

Estate Planning 101

2015

SDEA Retired Chapter

Estate Planning 101

2015

Qualcomm

Estate Planning for Young Parents with Children

2015

Qualcomm

Estate Planning and Elder issues

2015

Met Life

Estate Planning 101

2015

AFT Retired Chapter

Estate Planning 101

2014

Qualcomm

Estate Planning for International Persons

2014

Miramar College-AFT Local 1931

Estate Planning, Trust Administration and Probate

2014

Mesa College-AFT Local 1931

Estate Planning, Trust Administration and Probate

2014

Cuyamaca College-AFT Local 1931

Estate Planning, Trust Administration and Probate

2014

ConAm Management

Estate Planning 101

2014

Con Am Management Corp

Living Trusts and Trust Administrations

2013

Quantum

Estate Planning 101

2013

Qualcomm

Estate Planning and Property Taxes

2013

City College College-AFT Local 1931

Estate Planning 101

2012

Quantum

Estate Planning

2012

Qualcomm

Estate Planning- International Client focus

2011

SEIU Estate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2011

Rock Star San Diego Estate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2011

Qualcomm Estate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2011

Poway Fire Station 3922 IAFF Estate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2011

Pfenex, Inc. Estate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2011

OPEIU Local 30 Seminar

Estate Planning

2011

American Federation Teachers Union

Estate Planning

2011

AFT The Guild Local 1931

Estate Planning

2010

Qualcomm

Estate Planning

2010

Mitchell International

Estate Planning

2009

CWA Retirement Seminar

Estate Planning

2009

CTA Retirement Seminar

Estate Planning

2009

Caltrans Estate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2009

Booz Allen Hamilton

Estate Planning

2008

UFCW Local 135 Retirement Seminar

Estate Planning

2008

San Diego Research Foundation Esate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2008

Northop Grumman

Estate Planning

2008

Maxwell Technologies Estate Planning seminar

Estate Planning

2008

Lockheed Martin

Estate Planning

2008

FBI Estate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2008

City of Oceanside

Estate Planning

2008

CACI

Estate Planning

2007

Qualcomm Estate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2007

Francis Parker School

Estate Planning

2007

City of Poway Estate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2007

City of Chula Vista Estate Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

Publications

2009

The Worker- UFCW Local 135 The Advanatges of a Revocable Trust-Centered Estate Plan

2006

The Therapist So, You Want to Sell Your Practice

2006

The Therapist MFTs Working as Vendors for Regional Centers: What You Need To Know

Languages

English

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