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ABOUT JOEL
After working for 21 years as a clinical pharmacist, I decided to go to law school. I was 42 years old at the time. I had always been interested in the law, having spent a great deal of my work life dealing with the FDA, DEA, State Depts, and other regulatory agencies. However, when I moved to California, I heard of a program for people to get a law degree via the internet. With that opportunity I decided to enroll in the spring of 2002. I continued to work while attending law school. In fact, shortly after starting law school, my job sent me on assignment to Australia for five weeks. I had my books and computer sent down under and was able to participate in class, take tests and use the internet for a new concept at the time of “online learning.”
After graduation and passing the bar, my initial idea was to work in the pharmaceutical industry in the legal department. However, my experience and legal education had opened new areas of justice and service that interested me. In particular, legal civil rights, homelessness, mental illness and the plight of veterans. An area of law that seemed like a good fit for me with my medical background was Estate Planning and Conservatorships. These areas of law are very different from most, the antagonistic and adversarial atmosphere is much less. The goals of Estate Planning and Conservatorships are to work toward the well-being and in the best interest of those people that need assistance in developing a legal framework for their needs and wishes. Ultimately, I bought a conservatorship practice from a retiring attorney and have incorporated that into my Estate Planning practice.
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As I approach my 19th year of my legal career, I have gained a wealth of knowledge in Conservatorships and Estate Planning. I have expanded my practice to include Pet Trusts and addressing necessary modifications to existing Estate Plans for my clients and their furry and feathered children. Approximately 17% of all pets that enter the shelter systems end up there because their owners passed away or the owners became incapaciated. The sad reality is only a few are adopted,and the rest are put down, Due to the lack of planning by the owners and the untimely incapacity or death of the pet parent. It is my heartfelt wish that all parents of children, no matter how many feet they had, would address the need for continuity and stability in your family lives and those can be assured with a comprehensive and current Estate Plan and Pet Trust.
Connor Law Diversity Policy
Connor Law, PC was founded in 2005 and is located in California. It is a dedicated and specialized law firm that focuses on niche areas of law that are discussed on the following website pages. The firm is committed to assisting clients through challenging and emotionally charged legal decisions, offering them the support they need during these trying times. We have successfully assisted numerous clients in protecting the rights and well-being of their loved ones.
One of our priorities is creating a comfortable and reassuring environment for our clients. Connor Law approaches each matter with empathy, patience, and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with legal issues that need assistance in resolving those matters. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout the entire legal process.We understand that legal matters can be overwhelming, and our team works diligently to provide a safe space where clients can openly discuss their concerns and receive the guidance they deserve.
As a small firm, we can offer our clients the utmost in personalized and professional service. At our firm, we understand that every client’s situation is unique, requiring personalized legal strategies. We take the time to thoroughly evaluate each matter, assessing the individual's specific needs, their support network, and any potential risks or challenges involved. This comprehensive assessment allows us to craft customized solutions that are in the best interest of the individual while respecting their rights and autonomy as much as possible Here, we dedicate ourselves to helping our clients through the difficult and emotional legal decisions. We provide our time, knowledge and experience to assist the clients' understanding of the legal and medical issues that neccessitate the need for legal assistance. Most importantly, we strive to treat our clients with dignity and respect.
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Additionally, at this law firm, we specialize in understanding and handling the complexities of the California mental health conservatorship laws to ensure that vulnerable individuals receive the care and support they require civil rights, including marriage equality for LGBTQ+ minorities. As part of the LGBTQ+ and other minority community, I have a personal understanding of the unique legal issues that face these minorities. I work diligently to advise and counsel our clients so they are better able to decide how to prepare for the future as we detail the options available to them.
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Whether you know exactly what you need or you'd like some guidance to make a reasonable plan of action to accomplish a resolution to the legal matter you are dealing with, we are here to support and advise you.
