How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Alameda County, California?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Alameda County.
We found 13 estate law firms serving Alameda County. Alameda County is part of the San Francisco Bay Area region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Alameda County Superior Court - Probate Division.
California uses formal, court-supervised probate, which makes an attorney worthwhile for most estates in Alameda County — the filing sequence, notice requirements, and accounting leave little room for error. Estates under the small-estate threshold are the usual exception.
Probate attorney fees in California are set by statute as a percentage of the estate's value, so every Alameda County attorney charges the same schedule. Price isn't the variable — experience with the Superior Court - Probate Division and responsiveness are.
A probate attorney files the petition with the Superior Court - Probate Division, publishes the required creditor notices, prepares the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. They represent the personal representative — not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if a dispute develops.
San Francisco Bay Area Firms
Brothers Smith LLP
Firm
2033 N Main Street, Suite 720
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Phone:
(925) 944-9700brotherssmithlaw.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationEstate LitigationTrust LitigationTax Planning
Bay Area Probate & Estate Law
Firm
177 Post St, Suite 600
San Francisco, CA 94108
Phone:
(415) 777-3300bayareaprobatelaw.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationEstate LitigationTrust LitigationConservatorship
Cappelloni Law PC
FirmEst. 2018
201 Spear Street, Suite 1160
San Francisco, CA 94105
Phone:
(415) 795-2910cappellonilaw.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust Administration
Greene Law Firm, P.C.
Firm
447 Sutter St, Suite 435
San Francisco, CA 94108
Phone:
(415) 905-0215assetprotectionbayarea.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationAsset ProtectionTax PlanningEstate Administration
Matsumura Law Firm
Solo
5674 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 202
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Phone:
(925) 218-8984mm-estateplanning.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbate
Roisman Henel + Adams LLP
Firm
1901 Harrison Street, Suite 910
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone:
(510) 466-6000roismanhenel.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationEstate LitigationTrust Litigation
Firms from Neighboring Regions
These firms are based in other regions but serve Alameda County.
Law Offices of David A. Arietta
SoloEst. 1990
700 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite 150
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Phone:
(925) 472-8000ariettalaw.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationProbate
Berliner Cohen LLP
FirmEst. 1951
2844 Park Avenue
Merced, CA 95348
Phone:
(209) 385-0700berliner.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationProbate LitigationTrust Litigation
Feldman Law Group
FirmEst. 1988
1855 Olympic Boulevard, Suite 125, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, Suite 125
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Phone:
(925) 208-4543feldmanlawgroup.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationProbateElder LawSpecial Needs Planning
Free Consult
Hackard Law Corporation
FirmEst. 1983
10640 Mather Boulevard, Suite 100
Mather, CA 95655
Phone:
(916) 313-3030hackardlaw.com →
Estate LitigationTrust LitigationProbate LitigationEstate PlanningTrust AdministrationElder AbuseConservatorship
Pretlove Law, PC
Solo
17760 Monterey Rd. Ste. G, Morgan Hill, CA 95037, Suite A-206
Hollister, CA 95023
Phone:
(408) 850-6402pretlovelaw.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationProbateConservatorshipMedicaid Planning
RMO LLP
Firm
901 Bringham Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Phone:
(424) 320-9444rmolawyers.com →
Estate AdministrationTrust AdministrationEstate LitigationProbate LitigationWill ContestsBreach Of Fiduciary Duty
Sonin Law
Solo
21 Court Street
Woodland, CA 95695
Phone:
(530) 662-2226bsoninlaw.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationProbateSpecial Needs PlanningLong Term Care Planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The California self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
California sets probate attorney fees by statute. Alameda County attorneys charge the same schedule as the rest of the state — there is no county-level variation. Use the probate cost calculator to see the dollar amount for your estate size.
Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.
Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.
Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.
Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: May 2026.
Superior Court - Probate Division
Alameda County
2120 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone:
510-647-4439Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Clerk in-person: Mon-Thu 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Fri 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM)
Paper Filing Available
E-Filing Optional
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