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Richard Dustin Macfarlane
also known as Dustin, MacFarlane
About Richard
Biography
Dustin MacFarlane is a California licensed attorney specializing in estate planning, trust administration, and probate law. For over 17 years, he has helped more than 6,000 clients in Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom, Granite Bay, and the greater Bay Area protect their families and assets through customized estate plans.
His firm, California Probate and Trust, PC, prepares over 1,000 estate planning documents annually and serves as trustee or successor trustee for more than 100 clients each year. Dustin focuses exclusively on estate planning and administration—not litigation—providing a collaborative, document-focused approach to wealth transfer and family protection.
Practice areas include:
• Living Trusts & Revocable Trusts
• Wills & Powers of Attorney
• Advance Health Care Directives
• Probate Administration (non-litigation)
• Trust Administration & Successor Trustee Services
• Estate Tax Planning
• Special Needs Trusts
• Asset Protection Strategies
• Elder Law & Long-Term Care Planning
Dustin serves clients throughout Northern California, including Sacramento County, Placer County, and El Dorado County. His approach emphasizes clear communication, thorough documentation, and practical solutions tailored to each family's unique circumstances.
Whether you're creating your first estate plan, updating an existing trust, or navigating probate or trust administration after a loved one's passing, California Probate and Trust provides experienced guidance without the adversarial atmosphere of litigation.
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your estate planning needs:.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
40%
18 years | 200 cases
Elder Law
20%
18 years | 100 cases
Trusts
20%
18 years | 100 cases
Wills and Living Wills
20%
18 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
California Probate and Trust, PC
6957 Douglas Blvd., Granite Bay, CA, 95746
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Posted by Trina Kaplow | March 26, 2012 | Wills & Living Wills
Very thorough estate planner!
Dustin generated a living will and trust for us to ensure that our three children would always have a safety net. The document is extremely thorough. The Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare even came in handy recently when my husband was hospitalized!
Richard Dustin Macfarlane's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Dustin is an active and intelligent contributor to the on-line Estate Planning community."
"Dustin is super empathetic and personable and a valued member of a national organization of estate planning attorneys. He is very generous with his knowledge and experience, helping to mentor younger and newer attorneys."
"Dustin’s background gives him a unique perspective to truly understand the planning needed for his clients. He is very knowledgeable and is always available to collaborate with his colleagues. I endorse Dustin.!"
"Dustin is a terrific colleague and planner. There have been a number of times throughout the years when I've reached out for his opinion on a case I am handling. He is thorough, thoughtful, and knowledgeable. Great to work with!"
"As a fellow member of Wealth Counsel, I know Dustin strives to bring his clients a best-in-class estate planning experience."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2003
Associate of the Year, California Association of Health Facilities
2002
Associate of the Year, California Association of Health Facilities
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, California Probate and Trust, PC
2013 - 2015
Host, Talk 650 KTSE Radio
2009 - 2009
Professor, Lorenzo Patino School of Law
1997 - 2010
Purchasing Consultant, HPSI
1992 - 1994
Missionary, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Associations
2022 - Present
Placer County Bar AssociationMember
2022 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationMember
2022 - Present
Marin County Bar AssociationMember
2022 - Present
San Francisco County Bar AssociationMember
2022 - Present
Sacramento County Bar AssociationMember
2022 - Present
Santa Clara County BarMember
2010 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2009 - Present
Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section
2009 - Present
Sacramento County Bar AssociationTrusts and Estates Section
1997 - 2010
California Association of Health FacilitiesAssociate Member
1997 - 2010
Aging ServicesAssociate Member
1997 - 2010
California Assisted Living AssociationAssociate Member
Education
2008
University of Northern California - Lorenzo Patino School of Law
Juris Doctorate
2002
University of Phoenix
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2022
CPT
Bay Area Probate
2020
California Probate and Trust, PC
Estate Planning
Languages
English