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Biography
I am an Estate Attorney who is committed to quick turnaround with client's needs. Providing a service that addresses all Probate, Tax, Financial, Retirement, Legal, and inheritance issues. Whether you are beneficiary or an Executor of an estate, or wishing to create your own Will or Trust, you receive the highest degree of responsibility and attention.
I guarantee that when you call, you will get a response with little delay.
2950 Buskirk Ave, Suite 300
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Probate
40%
30 years | 300 cases
Estate Planning
20%
30 years | 1,200 cases
Real Estate
20%
30 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 395-500 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in California for 29 years
State: California
Acquired: 1996
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The Law Offices Of William A. Massarweh
2950 Buskirk Ave, Suite 300, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597
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Posted by Bud | July 18, 2014 | Probate
Very Responsive
Handling the probate of my father's death, Mr. Massarweh kept me fully informed of the entire process and handles all the issues that came up to the satisfaction of myself and the rest of the family. A difficult process was made very easy. Thank you.
Posted by Al | June 26, 2014 | Financial Markets and Services
Review for William A. Massarweh
Over the years, we have come to enjoy and trust the legal and primarily financial advisory services of William Massarweh. He has aided us in making crucial decisions utilizing his profound understanding and knowledge of the numerous vehicles in the investment market. There have been numerous pitfal...
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Experience
Honors
2014
Client's Choice Badge 2014, AVVO
2014
AVVO Top Contributor Badge, AVVO
2010
Estate Transition Professional®, The Society of Estate Planning Professionals
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of William A. Massarweh
2005 - 2014
Broker, TCP Realty
2004 - 2014
Advisor, TCP Wealth Management
2002 - 2014
Insurance Consultant, FSC Securities
1996 - 2014
Employee Benefits Consultant, Diablo Benefit Group
Associations
2010 - Present
Estate Transition ProfessionalsPresident
2008 - Present
California Department of Real EstateMember
1996 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1996 - 2009
American Academy of Estate Planning AttorneysMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Brother vs Brother
Case lingers, and costs the estate over $50,000 in legal fees
Nephew vs Aunt
Aunt Wins Everything
Education
1996
John F. Kennedy University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Saint Mary's College
MS - Master of Science
Speaking Engagements
2008
Retirement To Do List
Estate Planning Basics
Publications
2005
Contra Costa Magazine
Annuities; Are They Right For You
Languages
Spanish
English
French
Italian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
My wife and I signed a prenuptial agreement and now we are getting a divorce.
31 Dec 2014
Q&A
Does receiving a gift affect taxes and medicaid eligibility?
03 Oct 2014
Q&A
How do I handle hospital and Dr. bills that I am receiving for my deceased mother?
18 Sep 2014