LAW OFFICES OF RUSSELL M - Key Persons
Representative cases • In a conservatorship litigation matter, after 3-day trial, an order was obtained appointing client as conservator of the person and estate instead of a competing petitioner also seeking appointment. • In a trust litigation matter, after a 2-day trial, an order was obtained approving client's accounting and finding that client did not breach the trust. • In a fiduciary litigation matter, settlement achieved in favor of client for more than $600,000 in an accountant malpractice and breach of fiduciary duty action. • In a conservatorship matter, obtained an order appointing client as conservator despite hesitation by court. • In a conservatorship matter, settlement achieved on client's behalf under which client's parent remained at an excellent skilled nursing facility with a caregiver and, further, client obtained an early distribution of $100,000 and reimbursement of client's attorneys' fees. • In a trust litigation matter, client obtained a settlement providing her with monthly distributions from a trust that she was not receiving prior to settlement. • In a trust litigation matter, client, by way of settlement, received back real property wrongfully transferred out of the trust.
Mr. Ozawa has extensive litigation experience, including settlement negotiations, mediation, law and motion, discovery, and trials. Mr. Ozawa's clients include trustees, executors, conservators, fiduciaries, and beneficiaries. As part of Mr. Ozawa's practice, Mr. Ozawa evaluates and analyzes each case independently and advises each client on possible cost-effective resolutions before proceeding to trial.
Over the years, he has successfully handled highly complex estate administration, trust litigation and conservatorship cases. He provides meticulous attention to the details and innovative strategies for his clients who are dealing with the following legal issues:
Estate administration, including the probate process
Estate and trust litigation, when disputes arise
Estate planning, because it is best to be prepared for the future
Establishing conservatorships, what that looks like for California residents
You can expect open communication and honesty from beginning to end. This can make all the difference when handling a stressful situation. Having an attorney you can trust is crucial. Attorney Russell M. Ozawa can be that voice of reason.
Attorney Russell Ozawa builds long-term relationships with his clients who often refer him to their friends and families.