You have worked hard your entire life to provide for your family and loved ones. Caring for them should not end once you are gone. While no one likes to think about their death, planning for the inevitable can give you some control and peace of mind.

The Law Office of Emily J. Buchbinder is a boutique law firm that provides attentive and skilled legal services in the areas of estate planning, trust administration, probate, taxation, conservatorships, guardianships, and adoptions. Our attorneys can help you plan your estate to minimize or entirely eliminate taxes on death and avoid conflicts among your heirs. We also work with trustees, executors, conservators, and guardians to perform their duties in accordance with California law.

Founding attorney Emily J. Buchbinder is a Certified Legal Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and holds a Masters in Law in Taxation (LL.M.). She has served as the Chairperson of the Santa Cruz County Bar Association Estate Planning Section since 2015.

Attorney Amy Henderson previously served as the Probate Research Attorney at the Santa Cruz Superior Court for ten years. There, she reviewed and researched all court petitions involving probate, trust matters, conservatorship, and guardianships and provided her legal opinion to the presiding judge on how to rule.

Our exceptionally qualified attorneys and staff provide attentive legal services and find creative solutions to each client’s unique situation. We are conveniently located in Capitola, between Gayle’s and Capitola Village and have free parking. Call (831) 462-1313 to schedule a consultation.