Robert Lee Ferris

Robert Lee Ferris

also known as Law Offices of Robert L Ferris

4.4
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 32 years

Probate Lawyer at Daly City, CA
Practice Areas: Probate, Trusts

455 Hickey Blvd., Suite 501, Daly City, CA

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Probate 50%

Probate can be a complex court proceeding which in some instances can take years to complete. I strive to make that process as simple and fast as possible. In most instances I am able to complete the probate in about 8 months so that all the beneficiaries can receive the property to which they are entitled. Attorney's fees are paid from the estate when the probate is finished.

33 years

50%
Trusts 50%

I provide clients with estate planning strategies designed to pass their property to their designated beneficiaries in the fastest and most cost effective manner. The most common vehicle to accomplish this is an estate package which includes a revocable trust, a pour over will and a quitclaim deed transferring the client's property into the trust. A revocable trust is an excellent probate avoidance device which can save thousands of dollars for the client's family.

33 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1993

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Location

Law Offices of Robert L. Ferris

455 Hickey Blvd., Suite 501, Daly City, CA, 94015

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Robert Lee Ferris's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Probate

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate

My Father's Estate

Robert was very helpful in settling my father's estate. He helped me with all the paperwork and saved me a lot of headache. He is also very knowledgable, caring, and checked in on me.

Posted by Mark | November 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Probate Services

Robert made for smooth court proceedings in connection with my brother's probate. Comprehensive explanation of, and competent guidance through, the probate process from start to completion. Timely and communicative.

Posted by Elizabeth | January 23, 2015 | Probate

Client

Mr. Ferris was a very sweet and hind hearted man, I had no idea what probate was. He had clarified everything to me. And even spent some of his own time explaining in detail the process to me. He is very patient and cares for his clients. I am so thankful that someone very close to me advised him be...cause I would surely recommend him to others.

Posted by Ana | December 28, 2014 | Probate

Probate

Robert Lee Ferris did the probate on my mom's house after her passing. I found him through the San Mateo County Lawyers Referral Service. He answered all my phone calls immediately and answered all my questions. He kept me informed as to the status of the probate and explained what to expect. I a...ppreciate that because that helped me prepare to provide him with all the information and payments required of me. Considering how difficult this was, working with Mr. Ferris went very smoothly and I found him to be extremely considerate and professional.

Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2014 | Probate

Poor Representation And I Would Avoid This Attorney!

I hired Robert Ferris to represent me in a probate case and he was the worst choice I could have ever made. He had awful communication skills, and even worse when it came to actually fighting for my case. In my opinion, he made very poor decisions regarding my case and did not represent me very well.... He never filed a rebuttal to the objection filed by the other party and did not show up to the case prepared with the facts. When I hired a different attorney, I spoke with many who could not believe how he handled the case. I would not recommend this attorney to anyone.

Robert Ferris

Replied last December 09, 2014

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Wills and living wills lawyer | May 09

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"I endorse this lawyer. I am an attorney with over 35 years of practicing law. I have know Mr. Ferris for many years and refer clients to Mr. Ferris. I have found him to be very good with clients and a highly competent attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition, Member of Congress

2015

Commendation to Community Dedication, Board of Supervisors of San Mateo County

2015

Certificate of Recognition, Senate -State of California

2015

Certificate of Appreciation, Daly City-Colma Chamber of Commerce

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Probate, Wills and Trusts Attorney, Law Offices of Robert L Ferris

1992 - 2014

Associate/Sole Practitioner, Law Office of Robert J Bockelman

1991 - 1991

Law Clerk, Hastings Civil Practice Clinic

Associations

San Francisco Supreme Centennial Lion's Club

Board Member

Daly City--Colma Chamber of Commerce

Member

San Francisco County Bar Association

Member

San Mateo County Bar Association

Member

San Mateo County Bar Association, Estate Planning Probate Section

Member

San Mateo County Lawyer Referral Services

Member

San Francisco County Lawyer Referral Services

Member

Education

1992

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

J.D Degree

1992

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

Federal Income Tax

1976

San Jose State University

Bachelor of Science Administration of Justice

Speaking Engagements

2014

Seminar on Understanding Probate, Wills and Trusts

Probate, Wills and Trusts

2014

Seminar on How To Handle the Decedent's Estate

Probate, Wills and Trusts

2012

Seminar on Understanding Probate, Wills and Trusts

Probate, Wills and Trusts

Publications

Languages

Filipino

Spanish

English

Activity

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