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Why Certification Matters When Hiring an Estate and Trust Attorney

by Joseph M. Mona, J.D., C.P.A.

 

There are a number of options you may consider when searching for an attorney to help you put your estate in order. You may turn to a friend, family member and even a trusted advisor for referrals to help you find the right lawyer. Aside from checking references, experience and fees, be sure to also check for certification. Certification means that the attorney to whom you are entrusting your estate planning has a significant amount of practical experience and has mastered and passed tests showing proficiency in probate, trusts and estate planning law.

Here’s a video from the California State Bar Association which describes certification:

What Does it Mean to Retain a State Bar Certified Attorney?

http://ls.calbar.ca.gov/Portals/8/media/Board-Certified-Attorney.mp4

Here are the California State Bar rules regarding certification:

As a State Bar certified attorney, I am a Certified Specialist in estate planning, trust and probate law. Less than 1/2 of 1% of all California attorneys have achieved and been awarded this designation by the California State Bar.

I look forward to putting my experience, integrity and drive to achieve results to work for you.

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  • Creative Estate Planning and Trust Recommendations for Difficult Issues

    Joe Mona has been the estate planning attorney for our family for over 15 years. Joe has provided trust planning and consultation to multiple generations of our family, and his advanced planning recommendations have saved our family significant estate and gift taxes over the years. read more

    -D. Humphries, Orange County
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  • Avoid Estate Conflicts and Family Confrontation

    Mr. Mona helped me during the very difficult time in my life after my husband passed away. I was emotionally distraught and sure that I would have confrontations with estranged family members on my husband’s side of the family. I was especially concerned about the risk of being involved in litigation at this very trying time of my life. read more

    -Tracy S
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