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Grant Alexander Toeppen
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Biography
At Advance Planning, A Law Corporation, we focus on uncontested probate and estate administration for California families. Since 2012, attorney Grant A. Toeppen has guided families through the probate process — formal probate administration, spousal property petitions, small-estate transfers, property transfers, and Heggstad petitions — with clarity, care, and flat, predictable fees. Losing a loved one is hard enough without legal uncertainty on top of it; we handle the court filings, deadlines, and paperwork so you can focus on your family. With offices in Dublin (11501 Dublin Blvd, Suite 326) and Berkeley (1935 Addison St, Suite 113), we're based in Alameda County, well-known throughout the Bay Area, experienced across the State of California, and assisting families worldwide. We speak Japanese fluently.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Probate
80%
12 years | 15 cases
Estate Planning
20%
14 years | 450 cases
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in New York for 13 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 14 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Advance Planning, A Law Corporation
11501 Dublin Boulevard, Suite 326, Dublin, CA, 94568
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Posted by Marvin and Madeline | February 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Extremely experienced in Advance Planning
There are not enough words to express for this professional, courteous, cordial, and extremely knowledgeable attorney. We went to Grant Toeppen to prepare our Trust. Not knowing what to expect, Mr. Toeppen made the entire process effortless. We highly recommend Grant Toeppen to anyone who need advice...
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Replied last February 28, 2019Thank you both so much! It was my absolute pleasure working with you on your living trust. Clients like you are what make this line of work so rewarding.
Posted by Trenton | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Family of 5
My wife and I were referred to Grant’s firm to complete a family trust and will. He completed the paperwork in an expeditiously manner as not to be charged more for his services. He and his wife were very knowledgeable, helpful and professional. We were able to complete the necessary paperwork in jus...
Posted by Emily | March 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable and Effective
Grant helped my husband and me by creating an estate plan for us. That included a living trust, health care power of attorneys for both of us, durable powers of attorneys for both of us, and lots of detail-oriented estate planning advice. He was kind, clear, and took the time to make sure we really u...
Posted by Noriko | March 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended!
Grant Toeppen is an excellent attorney! He has helped me with my Japanese friend's nonprofit start-up. He reviewed all the legal documents required for the incorporation process and tax-exempt status filing, and gave business planning guidance and legal advice for the nonprofit. Everything went very ...
Posted by Elisabeth | January 29, 2015
Fantastic!
Grant was incredibly helpful to me after my mother passed away suddenly and I needed legal advice on what steps to take next. He was extremely accomodating, very down-to-earth, and very clear in his explanations about what I needed to do. I really appreciated his help, and I'll definitely be contacti...
Grant Alexander Toeppen's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse Grant. He is a highly knowledgeable, professional, and courteous attorney that I wouldn't hesitate to recommend."
"I endorse this lawyer. Grant is an extraordinary attorney who masters all challenges put before him. I had the pleasure of supervising Grant while he interned with Disability Rights California during law school. Grant was easily the most talented clerk I have supervised in the almost nine years I have practiced law. You will not be disappointed by hiring Grant as your lawyer."
"Grant is someone meant for the law. He passionately handles every case and pours his heart into every matter. He truly sets an example for other attorneys with his enthusiasm and dedication to his client. If I am ever needing an outside opinion, Grant is the first person I call. I highly recommend Grant Toeppen."
"Grant is a zealous advocate and one of the kindest attorneys I know. He is an honest, dependable, and trustworthy attorney. I've sent countless clients over to him because I trust his worth ethic."
"I highly endorse Grant Toeppen. He is extremely intelligent, hard working, and ensures that his work is done in an efficient, professional manner. I highly recommend for any legal needs."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Japanese Study Abroad Merit Scholarship, Temple University- Beasley School of Law
2010
International Commercial Law Scholarship, University of the Pacific- McGeorge School of Law
2008
Dean's Scholarship, University of the Pacific- McGeorge School of Law
Work Experience
2018 - Present
President, Advance Planning, A Law Corporation
2015 - Present
Owner, Attorney-at-Law, Toeppen Law
2015 - 2018
Owner, Toeppen & Grevious
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk, Leadco Legal Counsel
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, Disability Rights California
Associations
2015 - Present
Sacramento County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
San Joaquin County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2017
Sacramento County Bar AssociationBoard Member of Solo and Small Practice Division
2017 - 2018
Sacramento County Bar Association, Business Law SectionBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Tognotti v. Pet Airways
Won
Chapter 7 and 13 Bankruptcies
All clients have had their debts discharged pursuant to US Bankruptcy Code.
Various estate plans
All cases have ended to my client's satisfaction.
Education
2011
McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Univ of California Santa Barbara
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
Universitat Salzburg Rechtswissenschaftliche Fakultat
N/A
Temple University School of Law, Tokyo
Speaking Engagements
2012
California State Bar Educating Seniors Program
Preventing Financial Elder Abuse
Publications
2012
Toeppen Law Blog
Charitable Trusts
2012
Toeppen Law Blog
Who needs an estate planning attorney?
2012
Toeppen Law Blog
Avoiding Probate- A Quick Primer
2012
2012
Toeppen Law Blog
Is do it yourself estate planning right for you?
Languages
Japanese
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
When a proposed conservatee passes away, what are the next steps?
15 Mar 2017
Q&A
How do I find the attorney who drew up my grandmothers trust without any other document ion except a copy of that said trust?
10 Mar 2017
Q&A
Does an amendment to a living trust have to be wittnessed in California?
14 Jan 2017