John Crandall Foster

John Crandall Foster

also known as Del Foster

4.8
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 35 years

Probate Lawyer at Morgan Hill, CA
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Trusts, Business

30 Keystone Ave, Morgan Hill, CA

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Probate 30%

Many cases in the probate area, including conservatorships and guardianships, both contested and uncontested.

30 years | 100 cases

30%
Estate Planning 25%

From simple to the complex estate plan including transition planning for incapacity.

30 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Trusts 25%

From complex to simple trust administration and drafting.

30 years | 100 cases

25%
Business 20%

Mostly small business planning, especially in the context of tax and estate planning.

30 years | 50 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

THE LAW FIRM OF RUSCONI, FOSTER, THOMAS, APC

30 Keystone Ave, Morgan Hill, CA, 95037-4325

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John Crandall Foster's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by David | October 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Best Firm for Wills, Estates, and Trusts

Del is perhaps one of the most qualified and capable attorneys for estates, wills, trusts, and probate issues. Although my issues are reasonably straight forward, he handled our issues quickly and responsibly. Del understands the complicated issues of blended families and more importantly the complex... issues of on-line accounts. You will be hard pressed to find better representation in the South Bay Area.

Posted by Rich | October 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate

The best Trust/Estate Attorney in the area.

Mr. Foster's father is an attorney so he comes from a great background. He grew up in the business and has specialized in Probates, Trusts and Estate planning. He is not only personable, but very analytical with his clients. He did the trust for my wife and me as well as several of my friends who I... have recommended. He is very well connected and can guide people through the process whether it's a very large case or a simple one. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Audrey | April 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Sister's Trust update

When my sister became critically ill I phoned my friend and financial advisor for guidance regarding her outdated trust. He immediately called John and explained my predicament to him. Though I had never met John before within days he met with my sister and I to update her trust. My sister has sin...ce passed and John has been guiding me in all aspects of closing out her trust/estate along with executing the necessary legal documents. I find John extremely knowledgeable regarding trusts and probate procedures explaining everything to me in a manner I can understand. In addition to his professional side John is a very caring and understanding person offering support when needed. His advice has been invaluable to me and I feel very fortunate to have him as my attorney. As my husband and I need to update our trust John will be our attorney of choice as he specializes in estate planning and we are confident that he will guide us in customizing our trust to our specific needs. I enjoy working with John and highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for an excellent estate planner. Thanks John.

Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2009 | Probate

Respectable Probate Attorney

Mr. Foster provided probate, guardianship and estate planning counsel for me. He offered knowledgeable and professional advice always remaining focused on the issue at hand and its best outcome. He encouraged compromise over confrontation. Emotions are all over the place during a time of family lo...ss; I felt his advice was always practical and sound while remaining cognizant and sensitive to the nature of family complexities involved. I would certainly use Mr. Foster's services again.

Posted by anonymous | July 07, 2009 | Business

John Foster and the Rusconi, Foster & Thomas, APC firm

We have used John Foster ans his firm for all our business, family law and family estate planning for over 40 years. His knowledge of working with a closely held family corporations and the unique issues that presents, have been second to none.

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John Crandall Foster's Lawyer Endorsements

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Barry Bialick

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Del Foster is a knowledgeable Estate Planning, Trusts and Probate attorney that I have worked with on several occasions. In addition to being knowledgeable, he is well grounded, and cares for his clients. An easy endorsement to make."

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David Burnett

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Del is an excellent attorney who not only knows his stuff, but his clients love him and swear by him."

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Janis Carney

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John (who we know as "Del") Foster is a wonderful attorney and very caring person. He gives his clients great legal work with compassion and understanding. Although I have listed his primary area of practice as estate planning, he is excellent in all areas related to estates and trusts, including administration. I highly recommend Del to all clients."

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Marina Vinsky

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Foster is an excellent attorney. He is very knowledgeable, ethical and professional. Mr. Foster’s clients respect and value his practical advice and legal experience. I have learned a lot from Mr. Foster, and consider him my mentor and role model."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

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

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Best Lawyer of Morgan Hill, Morgan Hill Times

2016

Best Lawyer of Morgan Hill, Morgan Hill Times

2015

Best Lawyer of Morgan Hill, Morgan Hill Tiems

2014

Best Lawyer of Morgan Hill, Morgan Hill Times

2013

Best Lawyer of Morgan Hill, Morgan Hill Times

2012

Best Lawyer of Morgan Hill, Morgan Hill Times

2011

Best Lawyer of Morgan Hill, Morgan Hill Times

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Partner, Rusconi, Foster & Thomas

1990 - 1995

Judge Advocate, United States Navy

Associations

2008 - Present

Santa Clara County Estate Planning Council

Member

2006 - Present

Silicon Valley Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Section

Member

2009 - 2010

Rotary Club of Morgan Hill

President

1996 - 2004

Morgan Hill Unified School District

Trustee

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Russo

Successful

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Education

1990

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

University of California - Santa Cruz

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

RNP Financial Advisors

End of the year estate review

2008

Morgan Hill Senior Center

Incapacity Planning

Languages

English

Activity

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