Richard Coryell Dayton

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Richard Coryell Dayton

also known as Rich Dayton, Richard Dayton

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 27 years

Estate planning Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Probate ... +2 more

1754 Technology Dr Suite 230, San Jose, CA

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About Richard

Biography

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Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 41%

This area includes Trusts, Wills, Powers of attorney, Health Care Directives, and other types of trust and estate work that assist with incapacity and death planning.

27 years | 1,200 cases

41%
Trusts 37%

This is the primary area of practice and is used to avoid the high cost of Probate and to make life easier for your loved ones in time of crisis. This is really Estate Planning.

27 years | 1,200 cases

37%
Probate 10%

Probate is the court process needed to move your "stuff" to your heirs.

27 years | 105 cases

10%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

Wills are used when a Trust does not make economic sense. In California most Trust based estate plans will include a Will. However if real estate is part of your estate you should consider a Trust. Health Care Directives are used in California in place of Living Wills.

27 years | 1,200 cases

10%
Elder Law 2%

Includes special Medi-Cal planning and consultation.

27 years | 20 cases

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 325-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2010

Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Richard Coryell Dayton

1754 Technology Dr Suite 230, San Jose, CA, 95110-1319

thedaytonlawfirm.com/

Online Presence

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Richard Coryell Dayton's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

Richard Coryell Dayton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Janis Carney

Unknown lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly and sincerely endorse Richard Dayton for his expertise in estate planning and other matters related to trusts & estates. Richard is a highly skilled and compassionate attorney in this community. I have known Richard for more than 25 years and for more than 15 years have met regularly with him as part of an elite group of estate planning and trusts & estates attorneys to discuss complex case issues. Richard's contributions to those discussions have demonstrated to me his exceptional level of knowledge and understanding of the many and complex issues related to estate planning, trusts & estates, as well as his willingness and ability to work well with others. I feel sure that he brings that same level of professionalism, knowledge, skill, and caring to working with his clients."

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James McVittie

Estate planning lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Other

"Rich is probably the most detail oriented estate planning attorney I know. He really gets how important it is that the client's plan is right, not just good enough. Rich also keeps up with the latest techniques in estate planning and works with his peers to find the best solutions for his clients. I highly recommend Rich for estate planning."

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Lora Howard

Estate planning lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Other

"Rich holds a wealth of knowledge about the field of estate planning. He is a consummate technician and works to ensure his estate plans are thorough and will accomplish his client’s goals. Rich spends time with his clients to ensure their estate plan fits their current needs and the needs of the next generation."

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Thomas Fafinski

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Other

"Rich is an extremely disciplined and knowledgeable attorney> He is active at the national level, sharing his advanced understanding of estate planning. I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly and without any hesitation."

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Rod Firoozye

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I met Rich several years ago and over the years I have been happy to refer cases to him. I trust that he will always do a great job for my clients and offer his special expertise. I trust that Rich is an expert in any issues related to estate planning and would not hesitate to continue to refer clients to him."

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Tamara Pow

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I can rely on Rich for my client's complex estate planning matters, knowing he will get the job done in a well thought out manner. He is a pleasure to work with."

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Rod Firoozye

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Accredited Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs

2004

Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate, California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Owner, The Dayton Law Firm

2016 - 2020

Professor, University Of California Santa Cruz Extension

Associations

2008 - Present

ElderCounsel

Founder (early member)

2007 - Present

California Continuing Education of the Bar

Estate Planning Advisors Sub-committee

2005 - Present

Wealth Counsel

Founding Member

2005 - Present

NAELA - National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc.

Member

2005 - Present

University of California Santa Cruz Extension

Estate Planning Instructor for the CFP(r) Education Program

1999 - Present

Santa Clara County Bar Association

Member

Silicon Valley Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Section

Member

Education

1998

Santa Clara Univ SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Phoenix

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2009

The Financial Planning Association

Special Estate Planning for Roth IRAs

2009

HSBC Client Event

Wealth Transfer/Estate Planning/Gifting to Children and Grandchildren

2009

Cupertino Senior Center

Estate Planning, Medi-cal and Veterans Benefits

Publications

2009

Estate Planning Strategies Type of Probate Administration - Formal and Informal

Languages

English

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