Faye Taylor, Trusts Attorney in San Rafael, California
Over 56 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatLaw Office of Faye Taylor
San Rafael, CA
Practicing trusts in San Rafael since 1970.
- 56+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Faye Taylor is a member based in San Rafael, CA. The practice focuses on Trusts. Faye has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Faye Taylor. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Rafael, CA
- Experience
- over 56 years
- Known for
- Trusts
- Handles Trusts matters from San Rafael, CA.
- Over 56 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Faye Taylor: Faye Taylor is a member based in San Rafael, CA. The practice focuses on Trusts. Faye has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Faye Taylor. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Faye's practice areas in San Rafael
Faye concentrates on trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Faye handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Trusts cases in San Rafael, California
Faye takes trusts matters in San Rafael, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Faye agrees to represent you.
Biography
Faye Taylor, trusts attorney serving San Rafael
Faye Taylor is a member based in San Rafael, CA. The practice focuses on Trusts. Faye has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Faye Taylor. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Faye works from San Rafael, California and takes on trusts matters across the region.
Faye Taylor is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, trusts & estates. Faye received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years. Faye practices at Law Office of Faye Taylor in San Rafael, CA.
Working with Faye on a trusts matter
Faye Taylor is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, trusts & estates. Faye received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years. Faye practices at Law Office of Faye Taylor in San Rafael, CA.
Who Faye represents
Faye reviews new inquiries case-by-case for trusts matters in San Rafael and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Faye studied and practices
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
J.D. McGeorge · 1969
University of California at Berkeley
B.A. · 1966
Jurisdictions
Faye's state bar admissions
California
1970 · ACTIVE
Faye studied at J.D. McGeorge in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and B.A. in University of California at Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Faye completed J.D. McGeorge in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and B.A. in University of California at Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Faye runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Faye's legal honors and published work
Faye has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Faye Taylor's office in San Rafael
Faye's primary office is at 1000 4th St., Ste. 875, San Rafael, CA, 94901-3143. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Office of Faye Taylor
1000 4th St., Ste. 875
San Rafael, CA 94901-3143
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Client reviews of Faye Taylor — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Faye. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing trusts attorneys in San Rafael.
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How to hire Faye Taylor — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new trusts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Faye usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Faye charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Faye's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Faye will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a trusts attorney in San Rafael, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many trusts matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Faye
Faye discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in trusts practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every trusts matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Faye confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Faye's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many trusts practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Faye Taylor
How much does it cost to hire Faye for a trusts case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Faye walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Faye offer a free consultation?
Faye charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Faye's office. Some trusts attorneys offer free consults — check Faye's current terms during booking.
How long do trusts cases in California typically take?
Simple trusts matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Faye gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Faye take my case if I'm outside San Rafael?
Faye is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Faye will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Faye?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Faye will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Faye accepting new trusts clients right now?
Faye's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Trusts attorneys serving San Rafael, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Faye handles trusts matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified trusts attorneys in that community.
- San Rafael1,118 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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