| The Probate,
Estate Planning,
and Elder Law Lawyer
That San Jose Trusts |
Welcome to the Web site for the Law Office of Alice J. MacAllister, a San Jose California estate planning law firm. I am an attorney Certified as a Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Law by the California Board of Legal Specialization with a very specialized practice and proven legal strategies. With over 24 years of experience,
I have gained unparalleled expertise in the following areas:
Estate Planning & Trusts: which involves incapacity and death planning to provide protections for you and your loved ones in the event of disability and death including wills, trusts (including revocable living trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, pet trusts and more), healthcare and asset management powers of attorney, annual gifting plans, and more.
Probate, Trust & Estate Administration: I represent fiduciaries and trustees, always assisting them in such a way so as to ensure their fullest protection and facilitate the transfers in a timely and efficient manner.
Elder Law & Conservatorships: When someone is incapacitated, families often find themselves in a system they do not understand. They do not know what help is available or what the rules are. Spouses can feel financially threatened when faced with the high costs of care in skilled nursing facilities. I have been assisting families with qualifying elders for Medi-Cal for over 20 years and can help anyone in Santa Clara County, California if a conservatorship is needed.
Estate Planning law firms all too often don't communicate enough with their clients. In my law practice, nothing is more important than being there for my clients whenever they have a need, change or question. I like to hear about my clients' families and their lives. The more I talk with my clients, the more they are set at ease regarding their legal matter. And through good communication, I can understand not only my clients' monetary objectives, but also their relevant personal interests and how to best plan for their families.
A vital part of communicating with my clients is simply teaching them about the ins and outs of the legal fields. I make sure to explain the client's legal situation very carefully, in terms everyone can understand. It is always satisfying when a client that came in feeling resistant and unsure ends up filled with gratitude for having me on their side. I can often provide them options that they never considered.
I believe it is important not only to help clients and provide legal advice, but also to educate the general public about legal matters. In that spirit, I encourage anyone who is interested in learning more about probate, i.e. the practice of proving the validity of wills or what happens when you die without a will, to visit my What You Need To Know About Probate page.
I have a very analytical mind that fits well with the practice of probate, estate planning, trusts, elder law, and those matters. Being a good lawyer in these fields requires a tremendous attention to detail and creative problem-solving ability, both of which are traits I have fostered over my 24-year career as an attorney and in my previous work for the Navy. (Read more about my background and interests in my Firm Overview.)
My doors are open to anyone in the San Jose, California area, including in Cupertino, Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, Silicon Valley, Sunnyvale and Los Gatos. Contact me today.
Alice J. MacAllister, Attorney at Law
Third Floor
1700 The Alameda
San Jose, CA 95126
Phone: (408) 293-9223
Fax: (408) 971-4320
