Floyd Max Lewis, Estate Planning Attorney in San Marino, California
Over 71 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and General
San Marino, CA
Practicing estate planning in San Marino since 1955.
- 71+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Floyd Max Lewis is an attorney based in San Marino, CA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and General. Floyd has over 71 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Marino, CA
- Experience
- over 71 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Estate Tax · General
- Handles Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and General matters from San Marino, CA.
- Over 71 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Floyd Max Lewis: Floyd Max Lewis is an attorney based in San Marino, CA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and General. Floyd has over 71 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Floyd takes on
Floyd concentrates on estate planning, estate tax, general, trusts, and estate litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Floyd handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Estate Tax
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General
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Trusts
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Estate Litigation
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Estate Planning cases in San Marino, California
Floyd takes estate planning matters in San Marino, 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 Floyd agrees to represent you.
Estate Tax cases in San Marino, California
Floyd takes estate tax matters in San Marino, 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 Floyd agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Marino, California
Floyd takes general matters in San Marino, 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 Floyd agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in San Marino, California
Floyd takes trusts matters in San Marino, 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 Floyd agrees to represent you.
Estate Litigation cases in San Marino, California
Floyd takes estate litigation matters in San Marino, 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 Floyd agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Floyd Max Lewis — estate planning lawyer in San Marino
Floyd Max Lewis is an attorney based in San Marino, CA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and General. Floyd has over 71 years of legal experience.
Floyd Max Lewis is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, federal estate and gift tax proceedings, financial and estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Floyd received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1951, and has been licensed for 71 years. Floyd practices in San Marino, CA.
Floyd's approach to estate planning cases
Floyd Max Lewis is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, federal estate and gift tax proceedings, financial and estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Floyd received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1951, and has been licensed for 71 years. Floyd practices in San Marino, CA.
Clients Floyd works with
Floyd reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, estate tax, and general matters in San Marino and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California at Los Angeles
LL.B. · 1954
University of California at Los Angeles
B.S. · 1951
Jurisdictions
Floyd's state bar admissions
California
1955 · ACTIVE
Floyd studied at LL.B. in University of California at Los Angeles and B.S. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Floyd completed LL.B. in University of California at Los Angeles and B.S. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Floyd runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Floyd Max Lewis's office in San Marino
Floyd's primary office is at 2155 Valentine Pl, San Marino, CA, 91108-2343. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Floyd Max Lewis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Floyd usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Floyd charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Floyd'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; Floyd will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in San Marino, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 Floyd
Floyd discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. Floyd confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Floyd's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Floyd Max Lewis
How much does it cost to hire Floyd for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Floyd walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Floyd offer a free consultation?
Floyd charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Floyd's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Floyd's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in California typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. Floyd gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Floyd take my case if I'm outside San Marino?
Floyd 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 — Floyd 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 Floyd?
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. Floyd will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Floyd accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Floyd's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Estate Planning attorneys serving San Marino, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
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