Law Office of Peter S. Stern

I HIGHLY recommend Peter Stern Law Office. Peter is extremely knowledgeable, caring and knows the law inside out. He has helped me tremendously with my Medi-Cal Share of Cost. He also recently updated our Living Trust and I felt a big relief off my shoulders with his professional approach.

I reached out to Mr. Peter Sterling Stern for an elder law and estate planning consultation regarding my family's needs, including MAPT + gift trust. While I understand that legal services can be costly, I was disappointed by Mr. Stern’s dismissive approach during our conversation.

He cut me off multiple times, stating that he “already knew” the information I was providing and didn’t need the context of my case. Additionally, he made it clear that consultations are only available for a fee of $750 for 1.5 hours, which is significantly higher than most other estate planning attorneys who offer complimentary consultations. He clearly stated that he charges for his time. My question is: what legal professional doesn't? On that token, what legal professional is brash within the first conversation?

As a consumer, I expect not only knowledge but also respect and courtesy from any professional I work with. Unfortunately, Mr. Stern’s unwillingness to engage respectfully and inability to provide even a basic modicum of decency to potential clients made it clear that I will be seeking services elsewhere.

My advice to families looking for a family estate attorney: Shop around. There are so many estate attorneys in the Bay Area who are willing to provide tailored consultations, even free! Do your homework, use your resources, call neighboring attorneys. You have the power to protect your family and your family's hard-earned legacy, hand-built from one generation to the next. The last thing you need is an attorney who can't respect your basic human dignity, even at the first conversation. If time is money to a lawyer, respect to YOU, as the client, is priceless.

In the end, choosing an attorney isn’t just about knowledge—it’s about trust and mutual respect. Mr. Stern failed to demonstrate either, and I would not recommend his services. No consultation needed. You selected yourself out, Mr. Stern.

Good JOB

Mr Stern is absolutely brilliant ! An attorney with such expertise, professional representation , outstanding work ethics , excellent listening ability , an ability to calm clients at challenging times and a very humble character and much more !

I highly recommend Attorney Peter Stern and am grateful for his service !

Joanne Bostanzoglou

Peter was an incredible attorney and a very big help to my sister and myself. I highly recommend him!