Atty. Ryan T. Stillwell

Atty. Ryan T. Stillwell

Ryan T. Stillwell is an associate attorney at the Law Offices of Berge & Berge in San Jose, where he has dedicated his entire career to the intricacies of estate planning and administration.

San Jose San Jose 8 yrs experience 8 year
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Profile Summary

About Ryan T. Stillwell at a glance

Ryan T. Stillwell is an Associate based in San Jose, California, practicing at Law Offices of Berge & Berge. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (2018) and Oregon (2021). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D. Top, 2018) and University of Iowa (B.B.A. Economics, 2013). Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ryan T. Stillwell is an associate attorney at the Law Offices of Berge & Berge in San Jose, where he has dedicated his entire career to the intricacies of estate planning and administration
  • Since being admitted to the bar in 2018, Ryan has focused on helping individuals and families navigate the often-confusing world of wills, trusts, and powers of attorney
  • He doesn’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach
  • instead, he takes the time to listen to his clients’ unique goals, ensuring their plans are personalized and optimized for tax savings
  • Ryan is particularly known for his ability to take dense, complex legal concepts and explain them in plain English, which helps his clients feel confident and informed about their decisions
  • A graduate of the University of Iowa and Santa Clara University School of Law, Ryan was even recognized as the top student in his Wills and Trusts class
  • Licensed in both California and Oregon, he brings a high level of expertise to the firm
  • When he isn’t in the office, you’ll likely find him outdoors, whether he’s hitting the golf course, going for a run, or simply enjoying time with his family and friends

Practice Areas Explained

Ryan T. Stillwell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan T. Stillwell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Ryan T. Stillwell is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Trusts

Ryan T. Stillwell is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Probate

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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.

Ryan T. Stillwell is one of 226,536 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.

Ryan T. Stillwell 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 San Jose 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 Ryan T. Stillwell

Where is Ryan T. Stillwell's law office located?
Ryan T. Stillwell's law practice is located in San Jose, California. The firm is Law Offices of Berge & Berge. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ryan T. Stillwell handle?
Ryan T. Stillwell focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ryan T. Stillwell practiced law?
Ryan T. Stillwell has 8+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2018.
Where did Ryan T. Stillwell go to law school?
Ryan T. Stillwell earned their education at (J.D. Top, 2018); (B.B.A. Economics, 2013).
How can I contact Ryan T. Stillwell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Top
Santa Clara University School of Law
- 2018
B.B.A. Economics
University of Iowa
- 2013

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2018
Oregon
Admitted: 2021

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