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Charles R. Rauch

Charles R. Rauch

Grathwohl, Rauch & Cohen PC
Mailing Address
505 South Highway 49
Suite 1 PMB 238
Jackson, CA 95642

Phone: (209) 223-5100 http://www.grc-law.com/

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Business Formation and Advice

Legal Topic

Business Law

Preferred New Clients

Small to medium business formation and advice.

Sub-Categories

Business Law
  • Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Business Formation & Dissolution
  • Business Successions
  • Buying & Selling
  • Closely Held Businesses
  • Corporations
  • Directors' & Officers' Liability
  • Joint Ventures
  • Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)
  • Partnerships
Commercial Law
  • Breach of Contract
  • Contract Disputes
  • Contract Drafting & Review
  • Employment Contracts
  • Non-Compete Contracts

Legal Topic

Wills, Trusts & Estates

Preferred New Clients

Estate and business succession planning, and administration of estates after death.

Sub-Categories

Taxes
  • Estate Taxes & Gift Taxes
Estate Planning
  • Charitable Giving
  • Charitable Trusts
  • Drafting Trusts
  • Drafting Wills
  • Estate Administration
  • Estate Planning
  • Living Trusts
  • Living Wills
  • Probate

Legal Topic

Real Estate

Preferred New Clients

Contracts and dispute resolution and listings on a fixed fee basis.

Sub-Categories

Commercial Real Estate
  • Broker & Transaction Litigation
  • Buying & Selling
  • Construction Defects
  • Homeowners' Associations
  • Land Use & Zoning
  • Property Taxes
  • Real Estate Loans
  • Renting & Leasing
  • Title Insurance
  • Title Litigation
Residential Real Estate
  • Broker & Transaction Litigation
  • Buying & Selling
  • Construction Defects
  • Homeowners' Associations
  • Land Use & Zoning
  • Property Taxes
  • Real Estate Loans
  • Renting & Leasing
  • Title Insurance
  • Title Litigation

Legal Topic

Family Law

Preferred New Clients

I have assisted couples and families in dissolution and custody matters on both a limited and full representation basis. Extensive experience with pre- and post-marital agreements.

Sub-Categories

Family Law
  • Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
  • Restraining Orders
Abuse
  • Child Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Elder Abuse
  • Sexual Abuse
Children
  • Adoptions
  • Child Support
  • Children's Rights
  • Custody
  • Foster Care
  • Paternity
  • State Child Protection
  • Visitation
Couples
  • Civil Unions
  • Common Law Marriage
Rights
  • Grandparent Rights
  • Termination of Parental Rights

Legal Topic

Divorce

Preferred New Clients

I have assisted couples and families in dissolution and custody matters on both a limited and full representation basis.

Sub-Categories

Divorce
  • Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
  • Annulment
  • Child Support
  • Custody/Visitation Rights
  • Delinquent Support Payments
  • Division of Property
  • Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR)
  • Restraining Orders
  • Uncontested Divorce
  • Collaborative Law
  • Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights

Legal Topic

Bankruptcy

Preferred New Clients

Individuals, couples, and business entities needing assistance.

Sub-Categories

Bankruptcy
  • Chapter 13
  • Chapter 7
  • Collections & Repossessions
  • Credit Disputes
  • Chapter 11
  • Personal Bankruptcy
  • Foreclosures

Bar Admissions

CA, Jun 1995
Bar Number: 176163

Other Court Admissions

All California Courts; United States Federal Court, Northern District Court of California, and Eastern District of California.

Association Memberships

California State Bar Association, Amador County Bar Association, San Mateo County Bar Association, Silicon Valley Bar Association, National Association of Elder Law Attorneys.

Continuing Education

I am current on all my continuing education units.

Example Cases

I have completed more than 1,000 Wills, Trusts, and Estates and administered more than 100 estates and trusts after death.

I have started, built and sold businesses and have been a business and management consultant since 1975.

I have been a real estate broker since 1977.

I have been involved with personal and business Chapter 7, 11, and 13 cases.

I have assisted couples and families in dissolution and custody matters on both a limited and full representation basis.

Education

Degree:

J. D. (Doctor of Jurisprudence)

School:

J.F.K. University School of Law

City:

Walnut Creek

State:

CA

Year:

1995

Focus and Accomplishments:

Legal Studies

 

Degree:

B.A.

School:

Queens College

City:

Queens

State:

NY

Year:

1965

Focus and Accomplishments:

Accounting

Number of Attorneys

2

State Licensed In

California

Firm Focus and History

My firm focuses on estate planning, related business, real estate, family law, divorce, and bankruptcy matters. The firm was established in 1970.

Previous Employment Summary

Business and management consultant; Business owner; Real estate broker since 1977.

Activities and Awards

Judge Pro-Tem for San Mateo County

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

While I love clients who have been able to educate themselves, I am also very willing to work with clients who have not been able to get fully educated on their legal issue.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

Yes, on a limited basis.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

Yes.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

I get an enormous sense of satisfaction in helping clients with their problems, and helping them avoid future problems.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

Thirty years as an active business owner, consultant, and real estate broker.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

My background in business and real estate matters and my enjoyment in working with families led me to estate planning as a focus for my practice.

What do you like best about your career?

I like best being able to help people.

Tell us about your law firm:

There are two attorneys in our firm.

What are your strengths and style?

My strength is the ability to understand client situations, explain alternatives, and solve problems.

My style is personal and direct.

Personal Interests:

I enjoy golf, dancing, and dog agility.

Office Manager/Assistant

No

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday appointments available. Emergency after hours by appointment.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Foreign Languages

No.

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

Yes, I offer fixed price services quoted at the initial consultation. For residential real estate transaction I am able to offer al la carte residential listing services.

Hourly Rates

Rate varies depending on the complexity of the matter.

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes, I offer a free initial in office and over the telephone consultation.

Typical Retainer

We have no typical retainer, every situation is different. Some matters require no retainer at all.

Understanding Fees

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