Whether you want to preserve rental property for your children, protect assets from long-term care costs, or create a clear estate plan — we help families make confident decisions about the future.
You’ve worked hard to build real estate and financial assets. The right estate planning strategies can help ensure your children inherit property without unnecessary taxes, legal disputes, or forced sales.
When a parent develops Alzheimer’s or requires nursing home care, families face difficult financial and legal decisions. Elder law planning can help protect assets and secure care options.
Our practice is built around three strategic service areas, each designed to protect what matters most to your family.
Comprehensive estate plans designed to protect assets, simplify inheritance, and provide clear instructions for the future.
Comprehensive estate plans designed to protect assets, simplify inheritance, and provide clear instructions for the future.
Guidance on how California’s Proposition 19 affects inherited property and property tax reassessment — protecting your family’s real estate legacy.
Legal planning strategies to help families navigate long-term care costs and Medi-Cal eligibility requirements without sacrificing financial security.
Trust administration and probate are the processes that determine what happens to a family’s assets after a death.
Many families are surprised to learn how complex estate planning can become when real estate, long-term care costs, and changing laws are involved. Our goal is to help you understand your options and create a plan that protects what matters most.
Richard Seff has dedicated his career to helping families navigate some of life’s most important decisions — protecting assets, planning for aging, and creating clear estate plans.
With a background in both law and social work, Richard brings a rare combination of legal expertise and compassionate guidance to every client relationship. Since 1990, he has been serving California families with a client-first approach that blends professional skill with personal care.
Clients often say they appreciate his ability to explain complex legal issues in clear, practical language — and the comfort they feel working with an attorney who truly listens.
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Download helpful guides to understand your planning options — written in plain English, designed for California families.
Practical strategies for families caring for aging parents while raising children — covering estate planning, Medi-Cal, and long-term care options.
Everything parents need to know about protecting their children’s future — from guardianship designations to trusts and life insurance planning.
Posted on GoogleColinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My business with Mr. Seff was exceptional in every way. It started with a patient and thoughtful unpacking of my situation, he then explained my options and what the implications of each would be. His deep understanding of the intricacies of estate law helped me to choose the path forward with confidence. Very positive experience.Posted on GoogleJOSEPHTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with Richard Seff was a highly efficient and well-structured process from start to finish. As an attorney, he demonstrated a strong command of trust planning fundamentals, clearly explaining complex concepts like revocable living trusts, asset titling, and successor trustee responsibilities in a way that was practical and easy to implement. He took the time to understand my specific financial situation and long-term objectives, ensuring that the trust was tailored to minimize probate exposure and provide clear directives for my beneficiaries. Communication was consistent, responsive, and detail-oriented, which gave me confidence that nothing was being overlooked. Overall, the process felt proactive rather than reactive, and I left with a comprehensive plan that is both legally sound and aligned with my intentions. I would recommend Richard Seff to anyone seeking precise, thorough estate planning services.Posted on GoogleRachelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Richard is an extremely knowledgeable Attorney in dealing with my very difficult, sensitive issues. I've recently been diagnosed with dementia. Richard's proactive long-term care planning has put me in a position to protect my assets and qualify for Medi-Cal should I require nursing home care. Richard's counsel has helped me with difficult family dynamics that but for his intervention, would have been tough to overcome. He was professional in his approach to my concerns and completely thorough in every aspect of my estate plan & trust documents. The final presentation (the portfolio binder) is unmatched in so far as organization is concerned. I trust Richard in every way and for all dealings in the future regarding my estate planning needsPosted on GoogleLesleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were very pleased with our Trust Estate Plan Richard Seff put together for us. We loved the well organized binder with the step by step tabs. He creates an electronic version of the plan as well as the original hard copy and on top of that , the very well organized binder is a very useful guide tool to add more detailed information and keeps all that detailed information organized and easy to follow all in one place in one binder. We had to have our Trust Estate Plan redone and it seems Richard Seff was far more detailed oriented than the first attorney. He took the time to explain in detail every part of the plan. His pricing is very very reasonable and also includes future adjustments as needed. What a great package plan.Posted on GoogleTobiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a need for an elder law attorney and found this firm on Google. We were thrilled to see all of the great online reviews. Richard was so helpful and kind. Our needs didn’t fit his work and he referred us to another firm who we have already reached out to. Thank you so much for your honesty and referral. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Posted on GoogleKarenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would like to acknowledge the outstanding work done by Richard M. Seff, Esq., on my Trust Estate Plan. The trust is well organized, user friendly, easy to understand, and prepared to the highest standards. Mr. Seff is a brilliant and very conscious attorney who is kind, understanding, and easy to work with. He personally explains all documents, so you don't feel confused when you need to use them. I would 100% recommend Richard Seff to prepare your Trust Estate Plan and assist you with other legal matter.Posted on GoogleEmilyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am so happy with the way Richard handled my fiancé and I as we perfected our prenup agreement. He was easy to speak with and easy to reach, and answered all our questions and made us feel at ease. His organization was impeccable and I would recommend Richard Seff to all my close family and friends.Posted on GoogleSharonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As a recent widow having no experience with legal affairs, I was dismayed at the poor service, abrupt attitude, and high costs of the estate planners I consulted. I was lucky to stumble across Richard Seff, the white knight who came to my rescue. From the first moment, he was kind, compassionate, genuinely interested in providing the best procedure for the best outcome to my particular problem. My life has been splintered into a thousand pieces at the unexpected loss of my husband after 45 years, and Richard's understanding and kindness helped me get through the process with minimal discomfort. He didn't rush me, he allowed me to cry when I unexpectedly erupted into tears. He gently explained each and every word in the paperwork, he answered my questions thoroughly. He asked pertinent questions that allowed us to compare different procedures and arrive at the best solution for my children to receive their inheritance with as little delay or formality as possible. It was like sitting with a family member, a brother who actually cared about my family. I was able to sleep through the night for the first time since the death of my husband. Richard is the Go-To man.
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