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David Robert Duringer
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Biography
As an attorney, I help families grow family power by transmitting life, fortune, and honor, to succeeding generations. Oh... and you get free firearm training just for watching my free estate planning webinar!
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
50%
37 years | 2,000 cases
Probate
30%
37 years | 100 cases
Business
5%
37 years | 50 cases
Constitutional
5%
37 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 3 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 28 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 36 years
State: California
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Protective Law Corporation
895 Napa Ave Ste B-4, Morro Bay, CA, 93442
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Posted by Gordon | June 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
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When my wife and I first met with David Duringer regarding our living trust and estate planning, we expected a couple of hours . What we got was an indepth consultation that covered many topics we had not considered. David was very patient and covered a great deal of material in considerable depth...
Posted by Roy | January 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Estate Planning
Dr. Duringer was extremely helpful when my wife and I came to him for advice regarding the establishment of an estate plan. There were many topics which we had not considered or were unaware of, including those related to asset protection and tax law. Dr. Duringer explained in detail, based on our ci...
Posted by Linda | January 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
I waited for years to decide I needed a Living Trust
I waited for years to finally decide that I, in fact, needed a Living Trust. Dave was very patient and walked me through the entire process. I’m extremely happy with his expertise and knowledge. I highly recommend.
Posted by Cheri | January 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Excellent Estate Planner and Advisor
Dave is extremely easy to meet with and he understands the laws like no one we have met with in the past. Our living trust was complicated, having an extended family, but Dave walked us through every important decision and made sure we understood. We highly recommend his services.
Posted by Bruce | January 02, 2018 | Estate Planning
When you need a Lawyer
David Duringer has provided my wife and I sound, sage advice regarding our estate planning, as well as other Family Law matters. When you want it done right, put your trust and your needs in David's care.
David Robert Duringer's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse David whom I have known for many years as a member of WealthCounsel and who represents the epitome of the skill and expertise required of an expert in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law and a LL.M in Tax."
"David Duringer has the expertise needed to provide complex estate planning services for those with a significant estate that would like to avoid or reduce unnecessary tax, probate and other expenses."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Dave personally and not only is he an excellent lawyer but he is a man of great integrity, too. I highly recommend David for someone looking for estate planning. He is an extremely knowledgeable and competent lawyer."
"I endorse Dave Duringer as an Estate Planning attorney. He is hard working and ethical, and I am pleased to refer clientele to him who need Estate Planning."
"For over a decade now, I have know Dave Duringer and had the opportunity to take a couple of courses with him in the master's in taxation program at Chapman University, Dave knows his stuff regarding wealth and estate planning and his offers options to probate through the use of revocable (living) and irrevocable trusts as well as advice on gift tax issues.Dave's knowledge in wealth planning is current, and his utilization of techniques helps families avoid probate litigation and tax issues in the future."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Dave's attention to detail is without equal when working with high net worth persons or persons who want protection through gun trusts. Do not hesitate to hire him."
"I am happy to endorse Mr. Duringer. We have a working relationship with David and are aware of the care and expertise he provides to clients. He is a trusted and experienced attorney in Southern California. Whether you require simple or more complex estate and business planning, David Duringer will provide you with excellent advice, service and support."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse David whole heartedly. His attention to detail and the concerns of his clients set him apart from others in the community. So too does his attention to emerging areas of trust law in California, e.g. firearm trusts."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is an outstanding and dedicated attorney. I highly recommend him for your real estate matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is a colleague of mine and is very honest and dedicated to his practice of estate planning. He is committed to helping other attorneys with questions on the list-serve communications. I always agree with his opinions."
"David is a credit to the legal profession. He is a tireless advocate for sound estate planning and is a respected fellow member of WealthCounsel. I fully recommend David for both estate planning and planning associated with the ownership of firearms. You'll enjoy speaking with him, sharing ideas and you'll find him to be very reliable. I recommend him without reservation."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Estate & Gift Taxation, CALI
1988
State Fellow, State of California
1987
State Fellow, State of California
1986
State Fellow, State of California
Work Experience
2010 - Present
CEO/Attorney, Protective Law Corporation
1989 - Present
Attorney, Private Practice
Associations
1997 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociatonAttorney Member
1989 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
1989 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - 2013
WealthCounselForum Leader
1997 - 2001
Bar Association of North San Diego CountyAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Gun Trust for Criminal Defendant
Trust implemented.
Education
2006
Chapman University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1989
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
University of California - San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Los Angeles City Council
Opposition to High Capacity Magazine Ban
2013
Family Protection Clinic (monthly)
Family Protection Clinic (monthly)
2012
Oathkeepers meeting
Gun Trusts
2012
NBI: Estate Planning from A to Z
Basic Tax Planning
2012
NBI: Estate Planning from A to Z
Trusts 101
Publications
2022
Estate Planning Strategies (2nd Edition) by WealthCounsel member attorneys
"Estate Planning for Gun Owners" (author of this chapter)
1998
Bar Association of Northern San Diego County
Recordation of Land Transfers under Ukraine's New Post-Soviet Land Code
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
We have a Trust Agreement that allows a beneficiary 90 days to provide written objections, does that trump the 180 days in code?
25 Jun 2015
Q&A
Living Trust Question: Putting rental property into a trust
13 Feb 2015
Q&A
Access to a mini storage unit of a recently deceased man by his only child, my foster child.
09 Feb 2015