Chad O. Dorr

Chad O. Dorr is a respected legal professional who focuses his practice on estate planning, trust administration, probate, and business and real estate transactions. He is known for his practical and compassionate approach, helping clients navigate complex planning decisions related to their assets, families, and long-term goals with care and precision.

Chad earned his Bachelor of Science in English (with Distinction) from the U.S. Naval Academy and his Master of Arts in English Language & Literature from the University of Maryland, both in 1988. He later received his Juris Doctor from U.C. Berkeley School of Law in 2012, where he earned awards for excellence in Wine Law and Business Associations. Chad is certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law, and was selected to the 2025 Northern California Super Lawyer List.

Chad provides comprehensive legal guidance to individuals, families, and organizations. His work includes advising non-profits, partnerships, and limited liability companies from initial formation to final dissolution. In his real estate practice, Chad handles matters involving property tax reassessments and offers expertise on Proposition 13 and Proposition 19 exclusions, providing clients with valuable insight into intergenerational property transfers.

Chad began his legal career in Washington, D.C., as an associate with an international law firm, advising clients on regulatory compliance, export controls, and national security issues. His prior 21-year service as a U.S. Navy helicopter pilot and Commander honed his leadership and analytical skills, which now enhance his ability to handle complex legal matters with precision and discipline.

Chad O. Dorr remains deeply involved in his community, serving as an at-large director of the Sonoma County Bar Association and as the Attorney Director of the Redwood Empire Estate Planning Council. His service-oriented mindset continues to define his distinguished legal career.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Perry, Johnson, Anderson, Miller & Moskowitz, LLP
• Member, State Bar of California
• Director, Sonoma County Bar Association
• Attorney Director, Redwood Empire Estate Planning Council

Licensed State

• California

Education

• U.C. Berkeley School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Maryland
  Master of Arts (MA)
• U.S. Naval Academy
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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