Bay Area Estate Attorneys, P.C.

Sunnyvale, CA

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144 reviews
Bay Area Estate Attorneys, P.C.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury

Business Profile

Estate planning attorney

Review Snapshot

50
Total Reviews
High Confidence
0
Last 90 Days
Inactive
70%
Response Rate
Somewhat Responsive
12-Month Trend
Stable

Review Intelligence

Avg: 98/100
CommunicationOutcomeResponsivenessEmpathyExpertiseFeeTrialSatisfaction
Communication100
Outcome100
Responsiveness100
Empathy100
Expertise100
Fee Transparency93
Trial Experience95
Satisfaction98

Client Reviews

Renee JonesLocal Guide93 photos
4 months ago

Happt to have Bay Area Estate Attorneys on our side!

Response from owner

Thank you so much for your positive review! We're so happy we could help you protect your legacy for your children, especially during this exciting time of renovation. We're glad we could help with funding your out of state business assets to help build the foundation for the next exciting steps in your lives! It was a pleasure working with your family!

Carmel RLocal Guide2 photos
4 months ago

Thank you Julie & team for walking us through the entire process with patience. This is the first time we've ever set up a will and Julie did a great job of explaining everything we needed to know. She was thorough and knowledgeable. All assisting staff were also very helpful and friendly - both in person and over email. They were very proactive and helped us move along the process even when it got really busy on our end. Happy to have worked with them all. Thank you!

Response from owner

It was wonderful working with your family! Establishing an Estate Plan can be an intimidating task and we're so glad we were able to make the process easier, while making sure to thoroughly answer your questions. We're so glad we could include tax planning provisions in case any estate tax complications arise. Additionally, we're so happy we were able to assist with ensuring your documents encompass any out of country assets. Thank you for your kind review!

Chanee Lee
4 months ago

I was in need of getting living trust and an affidavit and Gabrielle and her staff did a tremendous job with meeting my expectations in every way and getting things done well. Her knowledge to the circumstances and confidence had me assured the job was done well and on timely manner. I would 100% recommend anyone in need of attorney to meet with them and talk.

Response from owner

We're so glad we were able to connect! We can understand that providing documentation to the city and be very overwhelming, especially in short time frames. BMRs have such specific requirements for Trust Transfer Deeds, which can make the process feel intimidating. As we had limited time for the BMR, we're so happy we were able to aid in completing the process within the rushed time frame, as well as getting an Estate Plan established amidst a difficult time! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we had a wonderful time working with you and your family!

Maribel Mattis
4 months ago

I am so thankful for everyone! I felt very safe and comfortable. Everything was handled professionally and I highly recommend to anyone.

Response from owner

It's been a pleasure working with you! We're so glad we were able to make you feel safe and comfortable during a difficult time. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a positive review!

Christopher Mattis
4 months ago

I’m so thankful for all of the support they have provided us with while navigating the uncertainty we faced after my father had passed away. We felt very comfortable with everyone and received excellent service.

Response from owner

Thank you so much for such a kind review! We're so glad we were able to help guide you during such an uncertain time. We're so happy that we were able to successfully argue and obtain a court order for your family's needs, saving you from the tremendous cost burdens had it not been approved. We enjoyed working with you!

Barry
5 months ago

I engaged the services of Ms. Sowards in July of 2022 for the purpose of drawing up my will and establishing my living trust. She carried these out to the highest standards, thus relieving me of a major concern. I highly recommend her to my friends, acquaintances, and anyone else who need this done.

Response from owner

Thank you! I appreciate your business and friendship!

Shannon Williams
6 months ago
Sixto Rondón
6 months ago
Alejandro Martinez
6 months ago
Edwin DeveraLocal Guide277 photos
6 months ago

We had a great experience with Bay Area Estate Attorneys. They are very knowledgeable, professional, helpful and accommodating. I would highly recommend their services. 10 stars out of 10 stars.

Sigrid Wehner
7 months ago

I had been looking for an Estate Attorney to redo my existing outdated Trust. I heard excellent remarks about Bay Area Estate Attorney and gave them a try. I was more than pleased with their service. They were helpful and extremely accommodating. With their help guiding me through the process and helping me with excellent suggestions, the entire trust was re-written and all changes had been incorporated in a very timely manner. Due to a physical handicap, I needed special help (with timing, assistance and extra work). The entire staff at Bay Area Estate Attorney was there to help me every step on the way. They were helpful and guided me through the process to change my trust correctly. I cannot recommend Bay Area Estate Attorney highly enough, I could not have done it without their help and friendly support. This firm gets my highest recommendation, in fact they re-kindled my trust in people wanting to help, because they enjoy doing the job right in a timely fashion and with a smile.

Response from owner

It was an absolute pleasure working with you! We’re grateful you entrusted us with your Estate Planning needs during such a challenging time. We’re so glad we were able to assist you with getting your Trust re-written to reflect your wishes in a timely fashion so that you and your son don’t have to worry. Thank you for your highest recommendation, we were thrilled to help! We truly appreciate you taking the time to write us such a heartfelt review!

JAFAR ALI
7 months ago
James KungLocal Guide18 photos
8 months ago

Julie took care of creating a living trust for us seamlessly and very professionally, and helped create one for my parents as well. Kelsey was also very helpful and responsive in ongoing correspondence. Thanks so much!

Eric Valencia
8 months ago

Julie has been an absolute rock star in helping us get our trust affairs in order. From start to finish, she’s been knowledgeable, attentive, and incredibly patient — making what can be an overwhelming process feel seamless and stress-free. Her professionalism and genuine care shine through in every interaction. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner to guide us through this important step. Highly recommend Julie and the entire team at Bay Area Estate Attorneys — they’re simply the best!

Response from owner

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a kind review! We're so happy we got the chance to work with you on your Estate Plan and the Trust Administration of your Parent's Estate! We're glad we were able to help you avoid capital gains tax and avoid increasing property tax. We're also glad we were able to protect your Estate from probate. Thank you for choosing to work with our office!

Ken Geiselhart
8 months ago
Response from owner

Thank you for your review! We enjoyed getting to know you and your family! We're happy we were able to assist with establishing multiple Trusts. We appreciate you putting your trust in us!

Chaithra Narayan
8 months ago
Response from owner

Thank you for your positive review! We loved working with your family and friends to meet your Estate Planning needs!

Mark RedoLocal Guide
8 months ago

Bay Area Estate Attorneys with Julie Ann Sowards helped us to update and fully rewrite our Trust to take advantage of new tax laws and make many changes from what we had done over 18 years earlier. She helped it make sense for some of the items I was confused on and her team was a pleasure to work with.

Response from owner

It was a pleasure working with you! Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review! We often see that generic Estate Plans done with other lawyers, who are unfamiliar with the process after death and tax laws, don't provide thorough explanations. We were glad we were able to help with multiple family Trusts for legacy planning and asset protection for you and your children!

Julie Subainati
8 months ago

Thank you for your knowledge, skills, and kindness.

Response from owner

Thank you so much for your review! We're grateful you chose to work with us during such a difficult time to meet your Estate Planning needs.

Alla Ruzhinsky
8 months ago

Everything was done very professionally and pretty much fast!

Response from owner

We loved working with you! Thank you so much for your review! Our office typically completes Estate Plans within 2-4 weeks, which is quick for this industry. We're glad we were able to establish your Estate Plan within that time frame! We're also glad we were able to complete your funding and titling of assets, as well as asset protection for your family during a difficult time.

Ted Rees
8 months ago

Our Trust was messed up due to our ignorant actions over the years. Julie gave us confidence that our case would be fixed. Her approach is very professional and clear. And the final product is a huge notebook with all the provisions explained.

Response from owner

We had a wonderful time working with you! We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review! We're so happy that you came into our office and we were able to draft an Estate Plan that fully reflects your wishes. Ensuring title is held correctly is essential to ensuring beneficiaries receive their intended distributions. We're so glad we could make sure everything is held in Trust for your children!

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Address
440 N Wolfe Rd, Sunnyvale, CA 94085

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