Atty. Walter Stephen Onstot

Atty. Walter Stephen Onstot

Walter Stephen Onstot is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts and conservatorships and 3 other areas of law. Walter received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Walter Stephen Onstot at a glance

Walter Stephen Onstot is a Member based in Santa Paula, California, practicing at Onstot & Schuck, LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at Loyola University of Los Angeles (J.D., 1975) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Ventura County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Santa Paula, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Walter Stephen Onstot is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts and conservatorships and 3 other areas of law
  • Walter received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Walter practices at Onstot & Schuck, LLP in Santa Paula, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Walter Stephen Onstot's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter Stephen Onstot handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Walter Stephen Onstot is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Elder Law

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

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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 Santa Paula 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 Walter Stephen Onstot

Where is Walter Stephen Onstot's law office located?
Walter Stephen Onstot's law practice is located in Santa Paula, California. The firm is Onstot & Schuck, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter Stephen Onstot handle?
Walter Stephen Onstot focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Walter Stephen Onstot practiced law?
Walter Stephen Onstot has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Walter Stephen Onstot go to law school?
Walter Stephen Onstot earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Walter Stephen Onstot for a consultation?
You can contact Walter Stephen Onstot 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 Walter Stephen Onstot received?
Walter Stephen Onstot's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University of Los Angeles
- 1975
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976

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