$ 225-450 per hour
James Michael O'Neil III
also known as Jay O'Neil
About James
Biography
As the principal of the Law Offices of James O'Neil, James O’Neil focuses on trust and estate matters. After graduating from the University of San Francisco School of Law, he served as an intern for the Honorable A. James Roberston II in the San Francisco Superior Court. He has more than ten years of experience and founded this firm along in 2019. His mission is to guide his clients through the complex estate planning and trust and estate administration. He has helped hundreds of clients plan for their futures and manage the transfer of property following the passing of a loved one.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Main Office - Law Offices of James O'Neil - Appointment Only
100 Pine Street, Suite 1250, San Francisco, CA, 94111
Law Offices of James O'Neil - Berkeley Office
1935 Addison Street, Suite A, Berkeley, CA, 94704
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James Michael O'Neil III's Reviews
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Posted by Tom | July 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Estate Planning
Jay handled our family consultation very professionally. Everyone's questions were answered completely so the family could make complex decisions with ease. We are grateful to Jay for his expertise and timely approach in addressing some long running family concerns. The result is piece of mind by ...
James Michael O'Neil III's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with James O'Neil on several matters and have known him for over ten years. He is a dedicated and meticulous attorney with a wide range of legal expertise regarding estate planning matters. I have recommended clients to him to draft their estate plans and will do so in the future."
"James is my go-to lawyer when it comes to all things estate planning and probate. He is thorough, efficient, trustworthy and best of all, a pleasure to work with. I don't hesitate to refer him to anyone looking for a top-notch attorney to handle his or her estate planning and probate needs."
"I have known James O'Neil for years. When life changed, and my husband and I realized that we need to have some form of estate planning in place, it was an easy choice for us to hire him. He understands our needs and is able to come up with creative solutions to address those needs without pressure. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a trusted advisor to do their estate planning."
"Having shared clients with Jay between his firm's estate planning practice and our family law practice, I know him to be extremely hard working, efficient and, perhaps most importantly, very smart."
"I had the wonderful opportunity to work alongside Mr. O'Neil during our externship for Judge A. James Robertson of the San Francisco Superior Court. He is an outstanding attorney for several reasons: he is an empathetic counselor who works tirelessly to meet the needs of his clients; he is an efficient problem solver who will seek out solutions to all issues presented; and he is a gifted orator who will provide superior representation of his clients in and outside of the courtroom. I gladly endorse Mr. James O'Neil."
"I had the pleasure of working with and getting to know Mr. O'Neil in a recent legal matter. Based upon that experience, I look forward to consulting with Mr. O'Neil in the future about Estate Planning issues, as that area of law is not my specialty, but certainly is his."
"I have worked many cases with James and my experience says that he is a thorough and engaged attorney. He works tirelessly to achieve the best results for his clients in both litigation and transactional matters, often finding hidden and creative solutions that get the job done while saving his clients both time and money. He is passionate about the law, about real estate and about service to his clients. My endorsement for James is without hesitation."
"James O'Neil is a supremely resourceful attorney who empowers his clients by providing them with engaged, ethical, and creative representation, whether in litigation or in transactional matters. He is a master of collaborative effort, always bringing together the people and tools necessary to solve any problem. I wholeheartedly recommend him."
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John Rueppel
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Experience
Honors
2008
Award for Excellence in Secured Real Estate Transactions, CALI
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, O’Neil & Rueppel, LLP
2019 - 2020
Principal, Law Offices of James O'Neil
2012 - 2018
Member, BNI
2009 - 2009
Judicial Extern, Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk, The Austin Law Group
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk, Idell & Seitel, LLP
Associations
2010 - Present
AIDS Legal Referral PanelMember
2009 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2009 - Present
Bar Association of San FranciscoMember
Education
2009
University of San Francisco School of Law
Juris Doctor
1996
Oberlin College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1992
Porter Gaud School
High School Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2010
Los Altos High School Legal Services Night
Landlord-Tenants Rights
Publications
2008
USF Intellectual Property Law Bulletin
The Impact of VoIP Technology on Fourth Amendment Protections Against Electronic Surveillance
Languages
English