Atty. Donna Ruth Bashaw

Atty. Donna Ruth Bashaw

Donna Ruth Bashaw is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning, guardianship and 2 other areas of law. Donna received a M.A. degree from California State University at Fullerton in 1979, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Laguna Hills Laguna Hills 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Donna Ruth Bashaw at a glance

Donna Ruth Bashaw is a Member based in Laguna Hills, California, practicing at Donna R Bashaw Elder Law Center. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1987) and California State University at Fullerton (M.A. California, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Laguna Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donna Ruth Bashaw is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning, guardianship and 2 other areas of law
  • Donna received a M.A. degree from California State University at Fullerton in 1979, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Donna practices at Donna R. Bashaw Elder Law Center in Laguna Hills, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Donna Ruth Bashaw's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donna Ruth Bashaw handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Donna Ruth Bashaw is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Donna Ruth Bashaw is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Power of Attorney

Donna Ruth Bashaw is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in California →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Donna Ruth Bashaw is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Laguna Hills are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donna Ruth Bashaw

Where is Donna Ruth Bashaw's law office located?
Donna Ruth Bashaw's law practice is located in Laguna Hills, California. The firm is Donna R Bashaw Elder Law Center. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donna Ruth Bashaw handle?
Donna Ruth Bashaw focuses on trusts, estate planning, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Donna Ruth Bashaw practiced law?
Donna Ruth Bashaw has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Donna Ruth Bashaw go to law school?
Donna Ruth Bashaw earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (M.A. California, 1979).
How can I contact Donna Ruth Bashaw for a consultation?
You can contact Donna Ruth Bashaw directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Donna Ruth Bashaw received?
Donna Ruth Bashaw's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1987
M.A. California
California State University at Fullerton
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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