Gary R. Kershner

Gary R. Kershner is an estate planning attorney and founder of the Law Offices of Gary R. Kershner in Oakland, California. His practice focuses on estate planning, elder law, and incapacity planning for individuals and families throughout the Bay Area. Kershner helps clients prepare wills, trusts, advance directives, powers of attorney, and other planning documents designed to protect their wishes, manage assets, and prepare for future medical or financial decisions.

Kershner earned both his J.D. and MBA from Santa Clara University in 1986 and previously received his B.A. from Santa Clara University. His combined legal and business education provides a foundation for evaluating estate planning issues involving property, finances, family objectives, and long-term planning. He is admitted to the California State Bar and to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Eastern Districts of California.

Before concentrating on estate planning, Kershner spent many years handling business litigation. That experience influenced his decision to focus on preventive planning and helping clients address potential problems before disputes arise. His current work includes preparing wills and living trusts, assisting with trust administration and probate matters, creating incapacity plans, and developing health care directives. He emphasizes educating clients about available options so they can make informed decisions about their estates and future care.

Gary R. Kershner has served Oakland and the surrounding Bay Area for more than three decades. His approach emphasizes personalized planning, clear communication, and solutions tailored to each client’s circumstances and goals. He has also maintained long-term involvement with Habitat for Humanity, including service as a board chair. Through his estate planning practice, Kershner helps clients organize their affairs, protect their families, and create plans for changing financial, medical, and personal circumstances.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney/Owner, Law Offices Of Gary R. Kershner
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Santa Clara University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Santa Clara University
  Master of Business Administration
• Santa Clara University
  Bachelor of Arts

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