Atty. Mark R. Gilfix
Mark R. Gilfix is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, asset protection and 4 other areas of law.
Asset Protection & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 13+ Years Experience
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About Mark R. Gilfix at a Glance
Mark R. Gilfix is an Attorney based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Gilfix & La Poll Associates, LLP. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (2013). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D. Order, 2013) and Stanford University (Management Science, 2001). Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark R. Gilfix
- Mark R. Gilfix is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, asset protection and 4 other areas of law
- Mark received a degree from Stanford University in 2001, and has been licensed for 13 years
- Mark practices at Gilfix & La Poll Associates, LLP in Palo Alto, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Mark R. Gilfix's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark R. Gilfix handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.
Trusts in Palo Alto
Mark R. Gilfix is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →
Estate Planning & Probate in Palo Alto
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Mark R. Gilfix is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Palo Alto
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Mark R. Gilfix is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Elder Law in Palo Alto
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Mark R. Gilfix is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Palo Alto
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 Palo Alto 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 venue, 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.
Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palo Alto-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Palo Alto Choose Mark R. Gilfix
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark R. Gilfix's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, business, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark R. Gilfix brings 13+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and business, Mark R. Gilfix can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Palo Alto
A Palo Alto-based practice means Mark R. Gilfix attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark R. Gilfix Handles in Palo Alto
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark R. Gilfix has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark R. Gilfix directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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