Teresa M Gillis

Teresa M Gillis

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 33 years

Elder law Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills ... +2 more

4107 Bedford Drive, San Diego, CA

About Teresa

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 75-300 per hour

Pro bono

20 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 33 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1992

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Web address: terrygillislaw.com

4107 Bedford Drive, San Diego, CA, 92116

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Teresa M Gillis's Reviews

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Posted by Judy | May 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Terry Gillis

Terry did a trust for my uncle, then handled the estate after he passed away. She was absolutely wonderful, so kind, professional, and efficient. I had no idea what to do with any of this, and with her help and advice, was able to work my way through distributions, taxes, everything. She managed ...to get me access to the bank account several days before my uncle's death, and i was able to use some funds to hire help for him at home. Her fees are better than reasonable, and her kindness and accessibility made all the difference in the world. My uncle and I were very lucky to have been referred to her.

Posted by Donna DeLamarter | April 05, 2013 | Estate Planning

Conservatorship

Teresa Gillis worked on a Conservatorship for my mother who has advanced Alzheimers. Without her wonderful help I would not have been able to keep my mother in a good environment for her final days. Not only was she indispensable for her legal work but also a compassionate and understanding person....

Posted by Jim | April 04, 2013 | Guardianship

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Terry has been an advocate during the most difficult time of my life. She has been a true professional and a dedicated guide as we worked through the loss of my Dad and then the conservatorship for my disabled Mom. Terry took a completely unschooled person, myself, and guided me successfully throug...h the process of obtaining the Court approved conservatorship for my Mom's care and estate. She was patient and understanding as we worked through my family, the Courts, the Probate investigators and Appraisers.

Posted by Cheryl | March 29, 2013 | Wills & Living Wills

One of the best attorneys around!

She is responsive, informative and very detailed. Best attorney I have ever hired. She handled several different things for us: will, trust, and a personal lawsuit and went above and beyond what was expected.

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Yvonne Amrine

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 25

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"I highly recommend Theresa for any of your probate needs. She is well-versed in conservatorships and estate planning to avoid conservatorships. She is conscientious, thorough and highly skilled."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2013

Outstanding Service Award, Legal Aid Society of San Diego

Work Experience

2012 - 2013

Attorney, Law Office of Teresa M. Gillis

2009 - 2010

Senior Appellate Attorney, Fourth District Court of Appeal

2007 - 2009

Of Counsel, La Bella & McNamara

2001 - 2006

Attorney, Shustak Jalil & Heller

1992 - 1999

Associate, Covington & Burling

Associations

San Diego County Bar Association

National Association of Elder Law Attorneys

Sample of Legal Cases

Shainskiy v. Vartan

Settlement

Steiner v. Ellis (San Diego Superior Court)

Settlement

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Education

1991

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2012

Meeting

Elder Abuse and How to Avoid It

Publications

1990

Environmental Claims Journal, Vol. 2, No. 3 Interpreting the Scope of Coverage for Unexpected Results (with John Heintz and Marialuisa Gallozzi)

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