Atty. Peter Jay Bassing
Peter Jay Bassing is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, probate and 7 other areas of law. Peter received a A.B. degree from University of California in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving San Rafael, CA · 52+ Years Experience
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About Peter Jay Bassing at a Glance
Peter Jay Bassing is a wills, formation, trusts, probate, and estate planning attorney based in San Rafael, California. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in California (1974). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1974) and University of California (A.B., 1970). Serves clients in San Rafael, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Jay Bassing
- Peter Jay Bassing is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, probate and 7 other areas of law
- Peter received a A.B. degree from University of California in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Peter practices in San Rafael, CA
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Peter Jay Bassing's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Jay Bassing handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Rafael.
Wills in San Rafael
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Business Formation in San Rafael
Peter Jay Bassing is one of 35,326 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in California →
Trusts in San Rafael
Peter Jay Bassing is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →
Probate in San Rafael
Peter Jay Bassing is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →
Estate Planning & Probate in San Rafael
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Peter Jay Bassing is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Rafael
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 San Rafael 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.
San Rafael Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Rafael-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 San Rafael Choose Peter Jay Bassing
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 Peter Jay Bassing's practice in the field of wills, formation, trusts, probate, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Jay Bassing brings 52+ 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 wills, formation, and trusts, Peter Jay Bassing can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Rafael
A San Rafael-based practice means Peter Jay Bassing 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 Peter Jay Bassing Handles in San Rafael
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter Jay Bassing 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 Peter Jay Bassing directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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