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J. David Horspool
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J. David Horspool
Horspool & Parker, A Professional Corporation
127 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: (909) 792-9660 | Fax: (909) 792-9695
http://www.horspoolandparker.com
Conservatorships, Probate & Trust Administration
Legal Topic
Wills, Trusts & Estates
Preferred New Clients
My preference is to work with clients to assist them with their personal needs in conservatorships, guardianships, trust administration and probate matters.
Sub-Categories
Estate Planning
- Drafting Trusts
- Drafting Wills
- Estate Administration
- Estate Planning
- Living Trusts
- Living Wills
- Probate
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 1981
Bar Number: 98587
Specialty Certifications
State Bar of California (Certified Specialist, Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization)
Other Court Admissions
U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Tax Court; 1985, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit; 1987, U.S. District Court Northern District of California and U.S. Supreme Court
Association Memberships
California State Bar, San Bernardino County Bar Association, Riverside County Bar Association
Continuing Education
I take courses relating to estate planning, trusts, trust administration, conservatorships and elder abuse.
Example Cases
I have handled probate, trusts and estates, guardianships and conservatorships for the past 25 years.
Education
Degree:
M.ACC
School:
Brigham Young University
City:
Provo
State:
UT
Year:
1980
Focus and Accomplishments:
Accounting
Degree:
J.D.
School:
Brigham Young University
City:
Provo
State:
UT
Year:
1980
Honors:
Cum Laude
Degree:
B.S.
School:
Brigham Young University
City:
Provo
State:
UT
Year:
1975
Focus and Accomplishments:
Accounting
Number of Attorneys
3
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Horspool & Parker focuses on estate planning, estate administration, conservatorships and trust administration. We began our firm in January of 2005.
Previous Employment Summary
Before starting Horspool & Parker I was a partner in the firm of Hartnell, Horspool & Fox or its predecessor for 22 years.
Activities and Awards
I sit as a judge pro tem for San Bernardino and Riverside Counties.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I believe it is important for the client to educate themselves as much as possible. We are a part of that education process.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I find that reviewing client prepared documents is generally more time consuming then obtaining the information from the client and then preparing the document to meet the clients' goals.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am willing to consult with individuals on an as needed basis.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I was an avid watcher of Perry Mason as a young boy and his experiences in helping people inspired me. I enjoy helping people solve their most personal problems generally involving family matters of the most sensitive natures.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My education in accounting assists in the estate planning aspect of my practice, and my 25 years experience in working in this area of law has helped me understand the problems that people have in family matters.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
It is an area where there is generally an opportunity to provide assistance to those in need and where I am generally working in a cooperative manner with all parties involved.
What do you like best about your career?
I like that I can really help people.
Tell us about your law firm:
We have a highly trained staff dedicated to assisting our clients in the appropriate resolution of their legal matter.
What are your strengths and style?
My unique strength is the length of my experience in the relationships I have developed with other attorneys in the same areas of practice. This allows me to call upon their knowledge and expertise if I am presented with a new legal issue.
I am open and friendly. My style is to work with opposing counsel to effect an appropriate resolution at the least cost and the least amount of emotional pain to my client.
Personal Interests:
I like to travel, read and work in my yard and growing things.
Office Manager/Assistant
None
Fax
(909) 792-9695
Office Hours
Monday through Thursday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Spanish and Portuguese
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Estate Planning: $750 - $3,500 and up depending on complexity
Hourly Rates
J. David Horspool: $250
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, free initial consultation
Typical Retainer
We take deposits against bills and costs and then bill against them:
Estate Plans: 1/2 of the estimated fee
Conservatorships: $2,500
Litigated Matters: $5,000
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