Atty. Gerald Thomas Richards

Atty. Gerald Thomas Richards

Gerald Thomas Richards is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, estate planning, elder law and 1 other area of law. Gerald received a B.S. degree from Lafayette College, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Hercules Hercules 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Gerald Thomas Richards at a glance

Gerald Thomas Richards is a trusts, estate planning, and elder law attorney based in Hercules, California. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1976) and Lafayette College B.S. Purdue University M.S. (—). Serands clients in Hercules, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gerald Thomas Richards is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, estate planning, elder law and 1 other area of law
  • Gerald received a B.S. degree from Lafayette College, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Gerald practices in Hercules, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald Thomas Richards's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Thomas Richards handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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.

Gerald Thomas Richards is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Elder Law

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

Gerald Thomas Richards 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 Hercules 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 Gerald Thomas Richards

Where is Gerald Thomas Richards's law office located?
Gerald Thomas Richards's law practice is located in Hercules, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald Thomas Richards handle?
Gerald Thomas Richards focuses on trusts, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Gerald Thomas Richards practiced law?
Gerald Thomas Richards has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Gerald Thomas Richards go to law school?
Gerald Thomas Richards earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (—).
How can I contact Gerald Thomas Richards for a consultation?
You can contact Gerald Thomas Richards 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.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1976
Lafayette College B.S. Purdue University M.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976

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