Gary Brainin

Gary Brainin

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 33 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Santa Clara, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Business

2855 Kifer Road., Suite 220, Santa Clara, CA

About Gary

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 425-425 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 33 years

State: California

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Brainin Law Office

2855 Kifer Road., Suite 220, Santa Clara, CA, 95051

Satellite Office (by appointment only)

1687 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA, 94070

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Gary Brainin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kenneth | February 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very knowledgeable in estate planning

Gary took the time to advise on various options to customize the estate planning based on my preference and needs. Very capable and efficient staff.

Posted by anonymous | March 9, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family Trust

Great to work with. Clear in his explanations. Very organized, timely, efficient, reminded us of what we needed to do. Excellent service by Patricia.

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Gary Brainin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Seth Bier

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If I had loved ones living near Gary, there is no one else I would trust more to make sure that what is most important to them is protected than Gary. Gary's work with families and businesses unmatched and the result of not just his incredible knowledge of the law but also his personal, compassionate approach. He is a caring advocate anyone would be lucky to have in their corner."

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John McCann

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gary is an exceptional estate planning attorney. He is dedicated to helping families, and continuing to increase his knowledge of this complex area of the law. Gary is a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, which provides continuing education and other opportunities for professional development to estate planning attorneys across the country. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a family that is in need of estate planning services in his area."

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Brandie Luis

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have gotten to know Gary over the past several years as a fellow member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. Gary is a colleague I admire for always being on top of current changes in the law and his very thoughtful approach to creating estate plans that fit his clients' needs. I would confidently refer clients to him."

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Dennis Duffy

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I know Gary as a colleague in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. I would be comfortable referring my clients to him and know they will receive thoughtful and thorough planning."

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Kambiz Drake

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this Ms. Luis. As a fellow member of American Academy of Estate Planning Attorney, I can vouch for her drafting and analysis skills."

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Michelle Biddinger

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning."

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Dennis Duffy

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John McCann

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1989

Summa Cum Laude, Brandeis University

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Owner & Attorney, Brainin Law Office

1997 - 2013

Attorney, Chillag and Associates

Associations

2015 - Present

Silicon Valley Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Santa Clara County Estate Planning Counsel

Member

2011 - Present

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

Member

2011 - Present

ElderCounsel

Member

1992 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Education

1992

Stanford Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Brandeis University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Legacy Planning Seminar Estate Planning

Publications

1992

Stanford Law Review Executive Editor

Languages

English

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