Elijah Michael Keyes

Elijah Michael Keyes

also known as Elijah Keyes

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Milpitas, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Tax ... +4 more

500 E Calaveras Blvd, Suite 333, Milpitas, CA

About Elijah

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Elder Law 10%

17 years

10%
Probate 10%

17 years

10%
Tax 10%

17 years

10%
Trusts 10%

17 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

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Location

Keyes Law Group, PC

500 E Calaveras Blvd, Suite 333, Milpitas, CA, 95035

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Elijah Michael Keyes's Reviews

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8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Communicator

We were referred to Elijah Keyes for a settlement issue as we are out of state. From the beginning, Elijah explained everything so clearly and patiently. He listened to exactly what our concerns and thoughts were while articulately communicating the agreed upon plan of action. Given our location, we ...did everything over the phone and the end result was beyond any of our expectations. We would highly recommend Elijah and look forward to working with him again.

Posted by Daniel Hackett | April 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Trust planning

Elijah was very helpful with editing our family trust after my wife passed away. He answered all my question in a timely manner and if he did not know the answer he found out quickly. He would take time out of day to reassure me that he had everything under control. He took his time to explain why... he worded the trust the way he did and that I understood what it meant. Will use him again when the trust needs to updated.

Posted by David | February 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you Mr. Keyes

My elderly mother and I recently had the opportunity to consult with Mr. Keyes regarding her estate planning and Living Trust. As has been our experience on prior visits with Mr. Keyes, his warm and friendly demeanor quickly set my mother's mind at ease. Mr. Keyes demonstrates great empathy and car...e in his work. He explains things clearly and articulately, and addressed our each and every concern, as well as educated us on a number of issues that hadn't even occurred to us. His thorough and careful explanations were very much appreciated. We cannot speak highly enough of Mr. Keyes, and would certainly be happy to recommend him with the highest regard. Thank you Mr. Keyes!

Posted by Lynne | March 24, 2014

Elijah Keyes is an outstanding attorney.

We did not know Elijah Keyes though had done business with Gilfix and La Poll previously. It was a pleasure working with Elijah to get our Trust and estate planning completed. He listened carefully to our wants and needs and it was very evident that his goal was to give us the best results. He is ...extremely knowledgeable about the law and always explained matters clearly. He was always available and responded immediately to our questions and concerns and quickly resolved any issues. Elijah made excellent suggestions and recommendations that gave us peace of mind in our complicated situation. In addition, he has a very caring and kind personality. We highly recommend Elijah Keyes.

Posted by Ron | March 20, 2014

A master of his trade

Attorney Keyes has a clear passion for estate law, and somehow managed to discuss our estate options in great detail without being either obtuse or boring. (If you don't think that's pretty impressive, you haven't spoken with very many estate lawyers.)

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Elijah Michael Keyes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Karlina Paredes

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a strong advocate for his clients and knows the law extremely well. Top-notch, high-level service. Highly recommend!"

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James Hoover

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known this lawyer for several years, professionally and personally, and I highly endorse him in estate planning, trust and probate matters. He has an excellent reputation in the community for concierge-level education, advocacy and acting in his client's best interests."

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Chad Graham

Real estate lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elijah is a great attorney with dedication to his clients and their needs. He is a top-notch legal professional."

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Thomas Rossmeissl

Elder law lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Elijah is smart and dedicated, and works hard to achieve excellent results for his clients."

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Patricia Zerbini

Unknown lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Mortland

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elijah has always had that get it done attitude. He makes sure that the job is done right."

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Christina Sherman

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Other

"I went to law school with Mr. Keyes and he was one of the best in our class!"

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Alex Austin

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Elijah worked for my firm while he was in law school. He was a star intern. I can't say enough about his skill, intellectual acumen and professionalism. I recommend him without hesitation!"

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Adam Neufer

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Elijah for many years. He is an extremely competent and professional attorney. I have no problem referring clients, friends and family members to Elijah because I know he will always provide top quality representation."

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Gurbob Somal

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I can say without a doubt that Elijah is an attorney who practices with the highest level of professionalism and ethics. The legal community could surely use more attorneys like him!"

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Steven Scully

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elijah is both a skilled and trusted lawyer. I have worked with him for several years and have come to recognize his expertise, having requested his advise and input on several matters over the years. I thoroughly endorse him to attorneys and clients alike."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

SuperLawyer in Estate Planning, SuperLawyers

2023

SuperLawyer in Estate Planning, SuperLawyers

2022

SuperLawyer in Estate Planning, SuperLawyers

2021

SuperLawyer in Estate Planning, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star in Estate Planning, SuperLawyers

2019

Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust law, State Bar of California - Certified Specialist

2018

Rising Star in Estate Planning, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star in Estate Planning, SuperLawyers

2009

Competitor, Phillip C. Jessup International Moot Court Competition

2009

Competitor, Stanford Invitational Mock Trial Competition

2009

Litigation Certificate, with Honors, Golden Gate University School of Law

2008

Cali Award for Academic Excellence, Pre-Trial Litigation, Golden Gate University School of Law

2008

Editor, Golden Gate University Annual Survey of International Law

2005

Masters Degree Scholarship, San Jose State University

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Attorney, Keyes Law Group, PC

2013 - 2019

Attorney, Gilfix & La Poll Associates

2010 - 2013

Attorney, Carney, Sugai & Sudweeks, LLP

2010 - 2010

Attorney, The Schinner Law Group

Associations

2013 - Present

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Member

2011 - Present

Foundation Fighting Blindness

Member

2008 - Present

J. Reuben Clarke Law Society

Member

2017 - 2022

Silicon Valley Bar Association

Vice-President

2014 - 2022

Silicon Valley Bar Association

Board of Trustees

2013 - 2014

Silicon Valley Bar Association

Chair, Executive Committee, Trust and Estates Section

2012 - 2013

Silicon Valley Bar Association

Co-Chair of Education Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate Plans

Successfully drafted thousands of estate plans

Long Term Care Planning

Client obtained government benefits and assets protected from recovery

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Education

2010

Golden Gate University School of Law

LL.M.

2009

Golden Gate University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Training, Office of the Public Guardian, Santa Clara County

Personal Property Transfers

2014

Silicon Valley CalCPA

Professionals Serving as Trustees

2014

Silicon Valley CalCPA

The Crisis of Medi-Cal Long Term Care

2014

Mendocino Community Foundation Professional Advisors Roundtable

Professionals Serving as a Trustee

2014

Mendocino Community Foundation Professional Advisors Roundtable

IRA Trusts: Using Retirement Accounts in Estate Planning

2014

Attorneys Roundtable; Silicon Valley Bar Association

IRA Trusts; Using Retirement Accounts in Trusts and Estate Planning

2014

Attorney Roundtable; Silicon Valley Bar Association

Durable Powers of Attorney: A Guide to Planning for Flexibility and Avoiding Financial Abuse

2010

Citibank Private Client Services Group

10 Most Common Estate Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Languages

English

Spanish

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