Atty. M. Franklin Parrish

Atty. M. Franklin Parrish

Mr. Parrish has offices located in Walnut Creek, San Francisco, Menlo Park, San Jose, and Santa Rosa, with a practice devoted to the area of estate planning.

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Profile Summary

About M. Franklin Parrish at a glance

M. Franklin Parrish is a Member based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at The Law Offices of M. Franklin Parrish. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1975), California (1984), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1984). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and Indiana University, College of Arts and Sciences (A.B. Political, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Parrish has offices located in Walnut Creek, San Francisco, Menlo Park, San Jose, and Santa Rosa, with a practice devoted to the area of estate planning
  • He has built his practice on a single unbending principle: to provide the finest estate planning services at a reasonable and appropriate cost to clients
  • Mr. Parrish has been awarded by Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory an “AV Rating.” Such rating signifies that his legal abilities and ethical conduct are of the very highest standards
  • Please visit Mr. Parrish’s website at: www.parrishestatelaw.com for more information regarding his law
  • Mr. Parrish is a graduate with high distinction from the Indiana University College of Arts and Sciences (1972) and holds a Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree from the Indiana University School of Law (1975)
  • Mr. Parrish received his Charter Life Underwriter (CLU) designation from The American College (1981) and his Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation from The College For Financial Planning (1983)
  • Mr. Parrish is a member of Phi Beta Kappa, The California and Indiana State Bar Associations, The American Bar Association, The San Francisco Estate Planning Council, The Mount Diablo Estate Planning Council, The Society Of Financial Service Professionals, and The Financial Planning Association
  • Prior to moving to California in 1982, Mr. Parrish was Director of The Estate And Tax Planning Division for Lincoln National Life Insurance Company (1979-1982), and a Trust Officer with The Fort Wayne National Bank (1976-1979)
  • Mr. Parrish is a frequent guest speaker at various association and continuing education conferences throughout California and the West Coast

Practice Areas Explained

M. Franklin Parrish's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases M. Franklin Parrish 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.

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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 Walnut Creek 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 M. Franklin Parrish

Where is M. Franklin Parrish's law office located?
M. Franklin Parrish's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. The firm is The Law Offices of M. Franklin Parrish. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M. Franklin Parrish handle?
M. Franklin Parrish focuses on trusts, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has M. Franklin Parrish practiced law?
M. Franklin Parrish has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did M. Franklin Parrish go to law school?
M. Franklin Parrish earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B. Political, 1972).
How can I contact M. Franklin Parrish for a consultation?
You can contact M. Franklin Parrish 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 M. Franklin Parrish received?
M. Franklin Parrish's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1975
A.B. Political
Indiana University, College of Arts and Sciences
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1975
California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1984

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