Ralph Tallmadge Collins III

Ralph Tallmadge Collins III

also known as Ralph T. Collins

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 36 years

Trusts Lawyer at Redding, CA
Practice Areas: Trusts, Probate, Litigation ... +2 more

1265 Willis St, Redding, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 36 years

State: California

Acquired: 1989

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Location

Reese Smalley et al LLP

1265 Willis St, Redding, CA, 96001

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Ralph Tallmadge Collins III's Reviews

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Posted by David | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Excellent - Strongly recommend

When I was asked to become the successor trustee for a will/trust, I hired Attorney Ralph Collins. Several issues needed legal advice and action, which was very competently accomplished by Mr. Collins. Not being familiar with the necessary processes, Mr. Collins first educated me in my role and dut...ies. Mr. Collins worked very professionally and, very important to me, friendly as he represented me as well as the beneficiary of the Trust. Court action, as well as action by the County District Attorney, was necessary and was competently facilitated by Mr. Collins. My work with the process was made possible, and easy, by the expert guidance by Mr. Collins. He was very clear in his communications with me, expedited the process efficiently. Mr. Collins always responded to e-mail communications and telephone messages so I always knew the progress and details of the case. I recommend Mr. Collins without hesitation as a Will/Trust attorney. When I needed advise with my personal Will/Trust, I went to him.

Posted by Paul | December 28, 2014 | Probate

Helpful Advice!

Mr. Collins provided me with helpful advice in dealing with my brother's estate matters. Living out of state, it was important to find someone who's advice could be relied upon. Mr. Collins went out of his way to assist me on short notice during a busy time of year. I would recommend him highly fo...r any estate related matters.

Posted by Tracy | December 07, 2014 | Probate

Very Pleased!!

I consulted with Ralph regarding problems involving my Uncle's Estate. Ralph came highly recommended for good reason. He listened patiently as I explained the situation, including my concerns and frustrations and walked me through my options giving me much needed practical advice. I appreciated g...etting realistic recommendations for a difficult situation. I found him to be extremely helpful and would happily refer him to anyone who needed the assistance of a reliable Attorney.

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Ralph Tallmadge Collins III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eric Omstead

Litigation lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Keith Cope

Trusts lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Mr. Collins, not just because of his obvious professional skill, but also for his high integrity that stands out among many lawyers I have known and worked with over 24 years of practicing law. You can trust Ralph to energetically seek what's best for you in any situation. He's ahead of the curve."

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Unknown lawyer | Aug 25

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Business lawyer | Aug 16

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Partner, Reese, Smalley, Wiseman & Schweitzer, LLP

Associations

1989 - Present

State Bar of California

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Daniel M. (1993) 16 Cal. App. 4th 878 [20 Cal. Rptr. 2d 291]

The appellate court decision upheld the trial court judgment in my client's favor. This case created new law in California by assisting children who had been abandoned by a parent.

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Education

2019

Pepperdine School of Law

Mediating the Litigated Case

1989

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2025

2025

California Trusts Guide Revocable Living Trusts

2020

Stifel Nicolaus

The Importance of Wills & Trusts

2018

2018 Financial and Tax Planning Conference

Wills and Trusts -- An Overview

2016

Trusts 101

Trusts

2015

The Probate Process From Start to Finish

Probate Administration

2014

Trusts 101

Trusts / Estate Planning

Publications

2025

California Trusts Guide - NBI Revocable Living Trusts

2025

Drafting Essential Estate Planning Documents -- NBI Designing the Letter of Intent to Clarify - Not Complicate - Testator Intent

2014

Trusts 101 -- NBI An Overview of Trusts

Languages

English

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