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Richard Samuel Price
also known as R. Sam Price
About Richard
Biography
R. Sam Price is an experienced and highly educated attorney who’s passionate about helping others. Sam’s exceptional talent is to make complicated legal jargon and court procedures, simple and easy for his clients to comprehend.
Sam is the managing attorney of the growing boutique law practice, Price Law Firm, APC, which focuses on probate, estate planning, trust administration, long-term care planning and litigation. He represents clients in probate matters and prosecutes and defends clients in probate and trust litigation. He made such an impression on an author client that she based a character of a probate attorney on him, in her real-life novel entitled, “Battle of the Wills.” He assists clients with protecting their family through estate planning and long-term care planning. Sam helps successor trustees administer trusts after the passing of the settlor.
Sam earned two law degrees with a master of laws degree from New York University School of Law and a juris doctor with honors from Western New England College School of Law. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration with a concentration in finance from California State University, San Bernardino.
When he’s not working on a legal matter, Sam values time spent with his family; his British TV reporter wife, Tiffany, their son; and their Beagle. His other great passion is woodworking and he has designed and built a number of unique pieces of furniture in his office.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 375-495 per hour
Contingency
30%-45%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 25 years
State: California
Acquired: 2000
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Location
Price Law Firm, APC
454 Cajon Street, Redlands, CA, 92373
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Richard Samuel Price's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 15 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jeanette | May 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great work
Sam and his team of professionals did an excellent job of putting together my Trust and Estate Plan. They were very good about walking me through the whole process, and patient with my hundreds of questions, did everything in a timely manner and the cost was good. Everything was done much to my sat...
Posted by John and Kilja | October 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Estate Planning
Patience, understanding, complete respect to our individual estate planning situation and desired goals. We just felt really comfortable and confident with Mr. Price throughout the entire process. With all the estate planning lawyers available, using Avvo as our primary research tool, we knew from ...
Posted by Robert | October 3, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Helpful and friendly
They were very helpful for a probate case, taking the time to explain everything to us. In the end, we decided not to go through with it. They gave us a full refund of our deposit, not charging us for the time they had spent with us. I would recommend Price Law Firm.
Posted by Chris | February 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very knowledgeable
I found Mr. Price to be very knowledgeable in his area of real estate. He was able to expertly resolve a real estate issue by helping me even on a weekend. For that, he definitely earned my kudos. I would definitely do business with him in the future.
Posted by Anthony | September 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional professionalism and knowledge
I am a well seasoned, ( 30 plus years ) business owner , operator and building contractor. During my career I had the need to avail myself of professional legal service and consultation on occasion and for a variety of issues . In all of my experience with legal professionals / Lawyers , I have never...
Richard Samuel Price's Lawyer Endorsements
"Richard "Sam" Price is the kind of attorney I looked for during my career as an asset manager. Sam is thoughtful, strategic and demonstrates the integration of things practical with legal issues. He is relationship-driven and understands that real estate in particular is about the merging of community and landscape. Sam's frequent postings on Avvo demonstrate that he is animated by service, possesses a keen legal mind, and empathy for those he seeks to help. Sam "gets it," and I endorse him enthusiastically."
"Attorney Sam Price has superb knowledge in real estate law and real estate litigation. I have tremendous respect for his sound legal knowledge and ability to communicate that knowledge. He is a true asset to our legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse him."
"Sam is a knowledgeable and conscientious lawyer. I'm pleased to endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Sam Price is an outstanding lawyer, and consistently provides sound advice. I endorse Mr. Price 100%."
"Mr. Price is a fine gentleman and has an excellent legal mind. Calling him with your legal issue may be one of the best decisions you could make."
"Mr. Price understands the many aspects of real estate law. He provides great advice and in depth responses to his answers on avvo. Definitely an asset to the legal community."
"A true professional. Incredibly knowledgeable, and result driven. Highly recommended. I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Price is a well-respected, esteemed colleague who has manifested impeccable, unparalleled candor and professionalism for over 20 years in the courtroom. I particularly am impressed by his inspiring ability to juxtapose friendliness with aggressive client representation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Price provides thoughtful, intelligent advice. I endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney price has an excellent rating on AVVO and does an excellent job answering questions and helping everyone to understand legal issues. He is a credit to the community and legal profession."
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard's answers here on avvo show that when it comes to business questions, he always has an answer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Price is one of the finest attorneys in his state, I highly recommend his legal services."
"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible."
"Mr. Price's responses on this site demonstrate a mastery of estate planning principles and a knack for practical solutions. He is an asset to the legal community."
"I know Sam from our days at NYU Law together. Sam combines his entrepreneurial spirit with his passion for legal advocacy. His instincts are sharp and he loves people. I enthusiastically endorse my friend and colleague."
"Richard is a conscientious and diligent attorney who helps his client plan for one of the most important aspect of life. He is a credit to the legal profession and I am proud to endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2015
15 Year Anniversary Recognition, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Featured Real Estate Attorney, Avvo
2015
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2010
10 Year Anniversary Recognition, Martindale-Hubbell
1998
Excellence for the Future Award- Commercial Paper, CALI
1997
Excellence for the Future Award- Income Tax, CALI
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Price Law Firm, APC
2000 - 2017
Attorney, The Law Office of Richard Samuel Price
2000 - 2001
International Corporate Tax Counsel, KPMG
Associations
2018 - Present
The State Bar of California Board of Legal SpecializationCertified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law
2016 - Present
Hon. Joseph B. Campbell American Inn of CourtMember
2016 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
San Bernardino County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2015 - Present
Riverside County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2000 - Present
California State Bar AssociationAttorney
2005 - 2009
Contractors State License BoardGeneral Building Contractor- B License
2004 - 2012
California Association of RealtorsReal Estate Broker
Sample of Legal Cases
Business Formation
Client was able to open her business and reduce her taxes
Revocable Trust Formation
The client was able to set up her estate to transfer to her heirs without the time or cost of probate
Education
2000
New York University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1999
Western New England College School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
California State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Trusts Seminar
Medi-Cal Asset Protection Trusts
2018
Hon. Joseph B. Campbell American Inn of Court
Ethics of Attorney Preparation of Witnesses
2017
Hon. Joseph B. Campbell American Inn of Court
Attorney Advertising Ethics MCLE
2017
Estate Planning and Financial Planning
Estate Planning Seminar
2017
Estate Planning
Estate Planning Seminar
2016
Probate and Estate Administration
Post Mortem Tax Planning Strategies
2016
Ask a Lawyer
Real Estate Law
2015
Ask a Lawyer
Real Estate Law
2005
Monthly Chamber Meeting
Business Entity Differences
Publications
2017
Estate Planning Seminar
Protect Your Family With Estate Planning
2016
Estate Planning and Administration: The Complete Guide
Post Mortem Tax Planning Strategies
2015
AVVO Legal Guides
Transferring Real Estate- Documents Required
2015
AVVO Legal Guides
When Should You Create a Living Trust?
2015
AVVO Legal Guides
Litigating Your Dispute in Small Claims Court
2015
AVVO Legal Guides
Considerations in Forming a Business Entity
2015
AVVO Legal Guides
Partition Actions
2012
Paperback Book
Tax Sale Secrets Revealed
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Are my nieces and nephews of deceased siblings considered next of kin under California law?
23 Aug 2019
Q&A
Is it my job as executor to put an annuity in a trust that was left out of the (overflow) trust or can co-trustees do it?
23 Aug 2019
Q&A
How does a living trust work?
08 Aug 2019
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Anatomy of a Quiet Title Case
03 Sep 2015
Legal Guide
Partition Actions
10 Jul 2015
Legal Guide
Considerations in Forming a Business Entity
10 Jul 2015