Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Probate & Estate Legal Services in San Bernardino
The Law Offices Of David Horton, Esq. & Associates is a boutique legal practice dedicated to probate litigation, estate planning, and elder law. With over 25 years of experience serving Southern California, our firm combines personalized attention with aggressive legal advocacy to protect clients' rights and legacies. We specialize in navigating complex probate processes, crafting comprehensive estate plans, and addressing elder financial abuse with sensitivity and expertise.Our team maintains offices in San Bernardino, Riverside, and Palm Springs, offering free consultations to guide families through challenging legal matters. Rooted in the Inland Empire, we pride ourselves on a client-centric approach that prioritizes transparency, integrity, and practical solutions tailored to individual needs.
Services
Probate Litigation
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Trust Administration
Wills & Trusts
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized experience in probate and elder law
- Our team provides personalized legal strategies for complex estate matters
- We maintain offices in three Southern California locations for client convenience
- Our attorneys combine compassionate guidance with aggressive courtroom representation
- We offer free initial consultations to assess your legal needs
What people say
Kindest lawyer I know
Compassionate representation
Highly recommend services
Exceptional elder advocacy
Successful probate resolution
Services
Probate Litigation
Our probate litigation services help clients resolve disputes during estate administration. We represent executors, beneficiaries, and heirs in contested wills, asset distribution conflicts, and fiduciary duty violations. With extensive courtroom experience, we protect clients' interests while minimizing emotional and financial strain during sensitive proceedings.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans to protect assets and ensure clients' wishes are honored. Our services include wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. We help families avoid probate, reduce tax burdens, and establish clear succession plans tailored to their unique circumstances and future needs.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice focuses on protecting seniors from financial abuse and exploitation. We handle guardianship cases, nursing home neglect claims, and conservatorship proceedings. We advocate for clients' rights while helping families navigate complex legal challenges related to aging loved ones' care and financial security.
People
David D.L. Horton
Attorney & Enrolled Agent
With 30 years of business and legal experience, David Horton specializes in probate, estate planning, and federal tax law. Licensed in California and admitted to multiple federal courts, he combines practical business knowledge with compassionate legal representation. He holds advanced education from Northwestern California University School of Law and Clarkson's Tax College.
Questions
What probate services do you offer?
We handle all aspects of probate litigation, including will contests, asset distribution, executor disputes, and estate administration. Our attorneys guide families through court proceedings while minimizing emotional and financial burden.
How can I protect my assets through estate planning?
We create customized estate plans using wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Our strategies help avoid probate, reduce tax liabilities, and ensure your wishes are honored through comprehensive documentation.
What constitutes elder financial abuse?
Elder financial abuse includes unauthorized use of assets, coercion in estate planning, and exploitation through undue influence. We help recover misappropriated assets and hold abusers accountable through civil litigation under California's elder protection statutes.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for probate, estate planning, and elder law matters. This allows us to understand your needs and recommend appropriate legal solutions without upfront cost.
