Gregory R. Lowe, Attorney at Law

Whether new Estate Planning clients have no plan and are at the beginning of the process or have encountered a problem with their existing plan makes no difference to me. I welcome both kinds of clients. Each case presents new facts and requires new creative solutions which is what I enjoy about Estate Planning.

My focus is on estate planning, wills and trusts, probate, family law, bankruptcy, business litigation, and litigation involving property damage. I also work as a mediator for the court and in private practice. I pride myself in being able to accurately assess my client's needs and form a practical plan to achieve those needs. I keep in close contact with my clients so that they are an informed participant in the process. If opposing counsel is involved I stay focused on the law and the facts and finding a practical solution to the conflict while treating all parties with respect. I began my mediation practice in 1995 and my law practice in 2000. I am licensed to practice in all California courts and the Central District of California U.S. District Court I have always worked as a sole practitioner. My prior business experience gives me the confidence to take on big projects and creatively reach results that are good for my client.

In 1975, after 3 years of world travel I formed an import clothing business. It included a Santa Barbara retail store and for 25 years operated as a national wholesale outlet. I took part in the management of the business and the design and distribution of the products. My duties included national and international travel, meeting with customers and vendors, as well as dealing with international banking and import/export requirements. The company produced 2 to 4 new product lines a year and was in the creativity mode throughout it's history.

I have always been gifted in communication and in resolving conflict. The principles of law and justice have attracted me since college. Following my career in business I was introduced to mediation which impressed me as a wonderful, practical problem solving tool. I soon revisited my interest in law as an additional tool in problem solving and I use these skills to help people solve problems and achieve goals. My business, travel, and mediation experience make me more able to listen, communicate, and act for the best interests of my clients. I am able to make difficult concepts understandable.

I enjoy Estate Planning in that it can proactively avoid future family and other problems. Family Law as it deals with a necessary and important element in an individual's life. General litigation gives me a chance to bring a new approach to often long standing problems.

I currently offer basic Estate Plan packages for married couples at $1800 and for singles $1400. The Package includes Wills, a Trust, Certificate of Trust, POA and AHCD as well as re-titling of assets. I charge $2000 for basic "no-asset" Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. My current hourl

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