Vondrak Law
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Located in beautiful downtown San Clemente, Vondrak Law is a veteran owned firm that provides legal services for families, individuals and small businesses. Our focus is on preserving your estate, your privacy and your legacy while also protecting you from the liabilities and risks that are inherent to homeowners, business owners and parents. We know that retaining or meeting with an attorney can be a worrisome and stressful experience; for that reason, we specialize in making complex situations understandable and we put extra effort into making your appointment as comfortable and personalized as possible. If you have any questions, concerns or curiosity about Living Trusts, Privacy Trusts, Corporations or LLC’s, we encourage you to make an appointment.

 

Areas of Practice


TRUST ADMINISTRATION

Many people may not even aware that they have been designated as a Successor Trustee or Executor until a family member or loved one passes away.  This is a very emotional and stressful time made even more so by the growing complexity of trust administration.   If you find yourself in this position please contact Vondrak Law as soon as possible and let us help you navigate the process.  Please remember that some actions are time sensitive.


NOTARY AND RECORDING SERVICES

We offer a full range of Notary Services that includes loan documents, I-9 Verification, Apostille Services, Mobile Notary and Document Delivery. We are also certified and authorized to electronically record documents nationwide that would normally require an in-person visit to the county in which it is to be recorded.


real estate transactions

Simply put, if you are a seller we will keep the buyer from dragging on the transaction indefinitely and negotiating after the fact.  If you are a buyer, we will make sure your earnest money deposit is not at risk until you are absolutely ready.  If you are a real estate agent in a bind, call us for a free consultation.  We've litigated dozens of failed residential purchase transactions and understand precisely where liability falls in nearly every circumstance.


BUSINESS entity formation

The startup and small business marketplace is the lifeblood of America and the starting point for many in the pursuit of the American Dream. Vondrak Law can help you select and form the best entity to get your ideas off the ground and into the marketplace.  We will explain the advantages and disadvantages of the Corporation, S-Corp, Limited Liability Company, or Partnership and then help you prepare and file necessary state and federal paperwork to open shop. 


wills and trusts

The single greatest gift you can leave to your family and loved ones is a well crafted living trust with a pour-over will.   By placing your assets into a living trust, also known as a revocable trust, you can maintain complete control of the assets in your role as trustee.  A living trust will allow your family members to avoid costly and time consuming probate procedures.  Each of our estate plans also includes a Health Care Directive and Durable Power of Attorney.


asset protection

If you are in a profession or position that it is at high risk of a liability lawsuit or requires large extensions of credit, then asset protection is something you need to pursue before it becomes too late.  Vondrak Law can develop a plan for you using irrevocable trusts, proper business entities and/or favorable jurisdictions.  Keep in mind that Asset Protection is not a means or method of tax avoidance, but rather is designed to keep your assets away from potential future judgment creditors.