Pablo Cesar Palomino

Pablo Cesar Palomino

also known as Pablo C. Palomino, Pablo Palomino

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Estate planning Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Probate ... +2 more

6050 Santo Road, Suite 240, San Diego, CA

About Pablo

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Trusts 25%

23 years

25%
Probate 20%

23 years

20%
Elder Law 15%

20 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-425 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 23 years

State: California

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Legacy, APC

6050 Santo Road, Suite 240, San Diego, CA, 92124

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Pablo Cesar Palomino's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by EM | January 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Honour & Respect

Pablo was recommended to us by our Trust Accountant. One of our family members was not doing well following our father’s passing. This stressed individual wasn’t seeing or hearing things clearly which caused a lot of stress for other members of the family. Hence, our need for an attorney. As we went ...through this difficult season, Pablo was very kind to our distressed family member. Our parents were all about respect. Pablo got it right! He was very sensitive helping the trustees honour our parent’s wishes. Thank you Pablo for your kindness and your patience. God bless you!

Posted by Martinez | December 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

unethical and dishonest

I, with my elderly parents, hired Pablo to keep their living trust and estate secure and intact to ensure the will and wishes would be upheld as they aged or died. he took our money and then deceived us. he knew my father became weak after my mother passed, but he paved the path for my dad to become ...homeless and penniless. my dad has called Pablo numerous times, but Pablo refused to return any of the calls. instead he messaged us to find another lawyer. Pablo made it easy for my dad to be further abused by his son and oldest daughter. my experience has put an extreme burden on me financially and physically.

Pablo Palomino

Replied last December 27, 2018

Hi Martinez. I am sorry you, your sister and your brother are still at odds and fighting over your parent's estate. Your matter is highly complex and rife with very deep family conflict. I remember your mother and father fondly. Sweet people. I pray that the family strife come to an end before your father passes. It would be most honorable and appropriate for him to see his children come together in love. I provided you with information to the San Diego County Bar association for you to find your own separate counsel. I do hope you found the help you were looking for.

Posted by mo | December 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

M. Corona

Attorney Palomino did an excellent job revoking a trust and drafting a new trust that was in line with my 80 something year-old mom's wishes. My primarily Spanish speaking mom met privately with Attorney Palomino and he and my mom defined the scope of the new trust. My mom has been a victim of elder... abuse at the hands of some adult children. Attorney Palomino went above and beyond to get the abusers to back off, even after local law enforcement did nothing when my 80 something yr-old mom was locked out of her house. Attorney Palomino, not the police, helped my mom get keys to the new locks that the abusers installed on my mom's house doors. Now, Adult Protective Services is monitoring my mom's well-being.

Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Great Estate Planning Attorney with Amazing "Bedside" Manner

Pablo is an outstanding attorney. He completed my parents' estate documents with great care and efficiency. He is a very patient and attentive listener and carefully evaluated each inquiry before giving a response. He is very intelligent and knowledgeable and brought up issues which had not been co...nsidered. I recommend Pablo 100% for any estate planning need.

Posted by Laura | November 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Outstanding Estate Attorney

I was fortunate to find Mr. Palomino after asking friends and colleagues for a referral. I was in dire need of assistance with my father's estate after his death. My father's attorney was unprofessional and slow to respond, despite having prepared his trust and will. Mr. Palomino was very responsiv...e and started to resolve my issues as soon as I retained his services. He is knowledgeable, professional, acts quickly, and is easy to communicate with. He handled the legal issues from start to finish, and gave me the advice I needed to successfully finalize the estate. His team was very professional and thorough. I would recommend Mr. Palomino to anyone!

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Pablo Cesar Palomino's Lawyer Endorsements

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Silvia Garcia

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Palomino. He is a highly skilled and compassionate attorney. I was able to personally observe his work ethic when he assisted my monolingual (Spanish speaking) parents with their estate planning needs. He skillfully attended to their legal needs, explained things in an understandable fashion and made them feel comfortable with a potentially intimidating process."

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Antonio Maldonado

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pablo is a talented attorney that understands estate planning's ins and outs. His ability to help his clients address their specific needs is why I have many times referred to him my clients for their estate planning."

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Megan Waugh

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Pablo through the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. He is an excellent attorney and I am happy to recommend him."

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Giacomo Behar

Estate planning lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."

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Matisyahu Wolfberg

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Dicks

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Lawrence Striley

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Other

"Pablo is a great guy and an excellent attorney. I am happy to give him my highest endorsement."

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Michelle Biddinger

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning."

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Douglas Law

Unknown lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryce Fetter

Probate lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Miranda

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pablo is well known and well respected in the San Diego legal community, and I would not hesitate to refer any of my clients to him."

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Laura Sheppard

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse Mr Palomino. His clients (and friends) appreciate his warm demeanor - he will make the estate planning process a comfortable experience."

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Jeffrey Sydney

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Pablo is a terrific estate planning attorney who works hard to ensure that his clients and their families are protected by the most appropriate and most up-to-date planning strategies."

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Mayer Nazarian

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Pablo for over 10 years, we were classmates at USC Law. Since that time, I have always known him to be a committed and diligent advocate for his clients. He is my go to Estate Planning Attorney for clients in the San Diego area."

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Christopher Walton

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Pablo. He is a well-respected member of our legal community known for his passion and work ethic. I confidently refer clients to Pablo who need assistance with estate planning, including my elder clients who sometimes have very unique and specific needs."

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Filex Sanchez

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pablo is a very respected member of the legal community in San Diego. Additionally, I have referred some clients, and have received rave reviews for his professionalism, effectiveness, and his compassion for the client's individual position."

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Mark Velasquez

Trusts lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Commited to his clients. Active in the community. Highest standards. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Charles Scott

Probate lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

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

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Juan Ordaz

Trusts lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pablo is a fine, fine attorney who treats his clients with great care and respect and he is also a great person."

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Ward Wilsey

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Pablo on several cases. I think the best thing about him is his ability to connect with his clients and provide them with guidance on their estate planning case in a simple to understand manner. His clients are so grateful to him and say nothing but good things!"

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Claudia Garcia

Family lawyer

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Charles Scott

Probate lawyer

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Judith Copeland

Elder law lawyer

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Ermila Martinez

Family lawyer

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Richard Stewart

Elder law lawyer

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Juan Ordaz

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Scott Waddle

Personal injury lawyer

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Silvia Garcia

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Keeley Luhnow

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Marco Torres

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Antonio Maldonado

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Five Star Wealth Manager, San Diego Magazine

2011

San Diego's Top Attorneys, San Diego Metro

2007

Top Young Attorney, San Diego Daily Transcript

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney & Counselor at Law, Legacy, APC

2004 - 2006

Attorney, Armstrong, Fisch & Tutoli

Associations

2011 - Present

The San Diego Foundation

Professional Advisor Council

2009 - Present

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

California State Bar, Speaker's Bureau

Speaker

2006 - Present

State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates Section

Member

2002 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2013 - 2015

La Jolla High School Foundation

Board Member

2011 - 2012

Chula Vista Chamber of Commerce

Member

2010 - 2012

Alianza Network

Chairman of the Board

2009 - 2012

Southern Caregiver Resource Center

Trustee

2009 - 2011

Reality Changers

Trustee

2009 - 2011

San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association Scholarship Fund

Trustee

2006 - 2009

WealthCounsel

Member

2004 - 2009

San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

2003 - 2008

Inter American College Board of Trustees

Member

Education

2002

USC Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Univ of California Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1998

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

PSAR & NSDCAR South County

Living Trust Basics

2012

USD Paralegal Program Continuing Legal Education The Basics of Trust Administration

2011

San Diego County Bar Association, Young/New Lawyers Division How To Build & Maintain a Successful Practice

2011

Public Seminar Wills & Living Trusts

2011

Myths About Wills, Trusts & Probate 7 Costly Estate Planning Mistakes

2011

Legacy Wealth Planning Seminar

Debunking Estate Planning Myths

2011

Guest Lecturer-Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Estate Planning 101

2011

Fraternal Order of the Eagles

Estate Planning Myths

2011

Estate Planning Seminar

Wills & Trusts: Your Family, Your Legacy

2011

Critical Issues in Older Adult Mental Health Fundamentals on Wills, Trusts & Powers of Attorney

2011

Coronado Alzheimer's Support Group

Legal Issues Caring For Someone With Alzheimer's

2011

Adult Protective Services Training Academy

Wills, Trusts, & Other Elder Law

2010

Young/New Lawyer Division of the San Diego Bar Association

Fundamentals of Property Distribution After Death in California

2010

Kimball Senior Center

Elder Financial Abuse: Identification & Prevention

2010

Guest Lecturer: Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Introductions to Trusts

2010

El Arte de Cuidar

Legal Issues for the Caregiver

2010

Creating a Lasting Legacy-The Best things in Life Aren't Things

Legacy Wealth Planning

2010

Casa De Salud Senior Club

Elder Abuse: Identification & Prevention

2010

Bank of America

Critical Estate Planning Mistakes

2010

A New Year, A New Economy

Intelligently Navigating the New World Economy

2009

NLBWA San Diego Luncheon

Master of Ceremonies

2009

Legacy Wealth Planning Seminar

Estate Planning Myths

2009

30th Annual Scholarships and Awards Gala

Master Of Ceremonies-Turning the Tide

Publications

2008

SDCBA-For the Record:Young/New Lawyers Division From the Bar to the Mat and Back- One Yogi's Journey in the Law

2005

The Wall Street Journal 'Family Letters' Go Beyond Wills

Languages

English

Spanish

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