Serving Families Since 1981
25,000+ Families protected
About Our Firm
A Family Firm Built on Trust and Decades of Expertise
Founded by John Preston, our San Diego-based professional law corporation has spent over three decades helping California families protect what matters most. We don’t just draft documents; we build lasting relationships.
Our integrated approach to Life Plan Creation, Maintenance, and Administration means we’re with your family at every stage, from your very first conversation to the seamless administration of your estate.
What We Do
Three Ways We Protect Your Legacy
Preston Estate Planning provides estate planning services that help families prepare for life’s changes and protect what matters most.
Life Plan Creation
Estate plans built around your family’s needs, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other legal documents.
Life Plan Maintenance
Your plan evolves with your life. Annual reviews and updates keep your estate plan current as everything changes.
Life Plan Administration
Legal support for trust administration, helping families carry out the terms of a trust efficiently and correctly.
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Our Estate Planning Process
Watch the Webinar
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Build Your Plan
Stay Protected
Learn Everything You Need to Know in 60 Minutes
The webinar explains how planning works, what documents are included, and what the process looks like from start to finish.
Families often discover gaps in existing plans or learn how to avoid probate and reduce complications for loved ones.
What You'll Discover
- Why a will alone may not avoid probate
- How trusts help protect family assets
- Common mistakes families make
- What Is Included in a Life Plan
- The Estate Planning Process Step by Step
The Attorneys & Team Behind Your Plan
We work with families for many years, helping ensure their plans stay aligned with changing circumstances and long term goals.
What Your LifePlan Includes
Disability Panel
Name trusted people who can step in and make important decisions if you are unable to do so.
Silent Partner Co Trustee
Medical Emergency Card
Asset Protection Inheritance Trust
Capital Gains Election
Remarriage Protection
Retirement Trust
28 Point Maintenance Membership Program
Includes regular estate plan reviews, legal updates, and ongoing support to keep your LifePlan current.