Gregory John Chilina

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Gregory John Chilina

5.0
33 reviews
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Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 14 years

Probate Lawyer at Atascadero, CA
Practice Areas: Probate, Trusts, Estate Planning ... +2 more

3524 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA

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About Gregory

Biography

Full service Business and Estate Planning Attorney. Call for free consultation (805) 538-5038.

Full service Business Attorney. Call for free consultation (805) 538-5038.

Full service Estate Planning Attorney. Call for free consultation (805) 538-5038.

Full service Real Estate Law Attorney. Call for free consultation (805) 538-5038.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Probate 30%

Court supervised process of administration of a deceased person's estate

13 years

30%
Trusts 30%

Advise to trustees of a trust; trust litigation including representing trustees and beneficiaries in lawsuits involving trusts

13 years

30%
Estate Planning 20%

Draft of wills, trusts, durable powers of attorney, medical directives and generally creating an estate plan

13 years

20%
Business 10%

Business entity formation, mergers, and dissolution; contracts; litigation and lawsuits involving businesses

15 years

10%
Real Estate 10%

Commercial and residential real estate leases; real property transactions; neighbor and boundary line disputes and litigation; water rights

15 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 275-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2020 2015
Gold Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Chilina Law Firm, a Professional Corporation

3524 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA, 93422

chilinalaw.com/

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Gregory John Chilina's Reviews

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Posted by Robin | July 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Attorney for Leases for Commercial Businesses and Property

I highly recommend Greg Chilina for legal representation. I was Trustee of a commercial building and its property. Two businesses had been renting space for many years and neither had a lease. Independently, each business had an opportunity to sell, contingent on having sound, legal leases. Eac...h prospective buyer had an attorney to ensure that the leases were in their client's best interest. There were also time constraints to complete the sales. I was stunned by the timing, my lack of knowledge and my responsibility. I scheduled a consultation with Mr. Chilina based on what I read about him on the internet! I described my plight and he gave me a clear explanation of what would need to be done. I agreed and Greg quickly initiated the processes. Despite the timing constraints, Mr. Chilina devised two leases to the satisfaction of everyone, prior to the deadlines. Additionally, he greatly improved the value of the property. Greg needed to communicate with two different lawyers, advise me regarding what documentation he would need from me. We discussed decisions that would protect both the tenants and the owner. I had a highly successful outcome for all my legal needs. Greg's knowledge, experience and excellent communication skills made negotiations go smoothly. I have great confidence in Greg's professional abilities. He is a clear communicator and gave me excellent advice. I was also able to sell the building and property due to the new tenants having excellent leases. Greg was great to work with. I learned a lot from this experience. I appreciate his kindness, friendly manner and patience!

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Karen Chilina

Business lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Greg is very knowledgeable about business law. I have worked with Greg on many business matters, including general business advisement, formation, dissolution, and litigation based on contract dispute. He is extremely competent and diligent, and I highly recommend him."

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John O'Brien

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Karen Chilina

Estate planning lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Honors

2018

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Chilina Law Firm, a Professional Corporation

2013 - 2014

Commercial Banking Officer, Mission Community Bank

2011 - 2014

Attorney, Law Office of Gregory J. Chilina

2011 - 2013

Commercial Relationship Manager, Pacific Western Bank

2006 - 2011

Commercial Relationship Manager, Heritage Oaks Bank

Education

2010

Concord Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of Oregon

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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