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Chris is the Founder and Principal of Heritage Legal, PC, with offices in Palm Springs. Heritage Legal, PC offers legal services in the general areas of Estate Planning (Wills and Trusts), Trust Administration, Trustee and Executor services, Probate, Family Law, and Bankruptcy.
Chris has focused an important part of his practice on the unique estate and relationship planning needs of the LGBT community and other non-traditional families. Chris earned his B.A. in Russian Area Studies from the University of Maryland, and his Juris Doctorate from The American University, Washington College of Law, in Washington, D.C.
Chris is a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of the United States; California Supreme Court; and all Federal Courts in California. Chris is also a member of the Family Law and Trust & Estates Sections of the California State Bar.
Chris is a frequent contributor of feature articles for publication and is oftentimes asked to speak on various legal topics. Chris is actively involved in local and national issues and contributes his time and resources to supporting the community.
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777 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, #328, Palm Springs, CA, 92262
18 Client Reviews
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Posted by Robert | December 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Seamless and Efficient Estate Planning Services
We went to Chris Heritage to draw up a replacement Trust, Wills, POAs for Healthcare and Financial matters. Chris was the epitome of professionalism and demonstrated a knowledgeable thorougness in his procedures for collecting the information needed to create these documents and subsequently review ...
Posted by Ron | October 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Thorough, concise, and easy to understand the process
Went to Chris for assistance with end of life legal issues, not knowing ANYTHING about how to prepare for my own demise. Chris was terrific, was very good at explaining things to a non-legal minded person, and gave me the sense of confidence that my personal wishes will be carried out. Highly recomme...
Posted by Kevin | July 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Excellent communicator
I hired Chris to develop my Estate Plan. He made the process easy, explained very well the purpose of each of the final documents, gave me very specific "next steps" regarding titling my assets, and overall left me feeling very secure that my assets are very well protected.
Posted by Gary | July 07, 2014 | Estate Planning
Christopher Heritage's legal service is something that everyone deserves. Chris' work exceded my high expectations!
I have had planning for my estate for the past 30 years. I thought what I had would suffice in any situation that may come up. I was wrong. I knew my planning lacked the depth needed to withstand any issues. After realizing I was not prepared and through many recommendations, I contacted Chris He...
Posted by James | July 06, 2014 | Estate Planning
Highly recommended
Chris reviewed our existing wills and trusts and identified a number of issues that would have caused us significant problems had they not been corrected - it was also a reminder that these documents need to be reviewed and updated on a regular basis. He worked quickly and efficiently to get them re...
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"Chris is very passionate about his clients' needs while at the same time watching out for their bottom line. He has a grounded sense of justice and high ethical principles. Chris is also very solid in his understanding of family law and the practice of it. He is top of the field."
"Chris is everything you want in a co-counsel--attentive to the client, detail oriented and creative. He does great work and I give his name regularly to others in his geographic area."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Chris is a fine lawyer and an outstanding man in the community. I am happy to endorse Chris. I know he will do an excellent job for any client. (Chris also does family law)."
Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer
Contracts and agreements lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
2004 - Present
Founder & Principal, Heritage Legal, PC
2000 - 2004
Channel Development Manager, Sun Microsystems, Inc.
1989 - 1999
Federal Account Manager, Oce USA, Inc.
2009 - 2010
Equality California InstituteBoard Member
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
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