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Driving Directions

Located in The Old Sash Mill:

303 Potrero Street, Suite 52
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

  1. Hwy 1 to River St.
  2. Turn towards downtown (south) on River St.
  3. Turn Right at next light (Potrero St.)
  4. Cross over the railroad tracks
  5. IGNORE 1st entrance at sign "303 Potrero Street"
  6. Continue on Potrero
  7. Turn right into third unmarked entrance
  8. Suite 52 is third on the left
  9. Avoid RESERVED spaces
  10. Park in lot in front of the winery

Trusts: Protect Your Assets and Secure Your Legacy

Trusts: Safeguard Your Future and Your Family

Creating a trust is one of the most effective ways to protect your assets and ensure your loved ones are taken care of. Whether you’re planning for the future or addressing current needs, trusts offer flexibility and security for managing your estate. At Jeffrey T. Killeen – Attorney-at-Law, we help individuals and families create tailored trusts that safeguard what matters most.

Why a Trust Matters

Trusts provide more control and flexibility over your estate than a simple will. They can help you avoid probate, minimize taxes, and protect your family from disputes. Whether you need to transfer assets, protect beneficiaries, or manage special circumstances, a trust ensures that your legacy is preserved.

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Types of Trusts We Offer

We offer several types of trusts to meet a variety of estate planning needs:

  • Living Trusts and Revocable Trusts: A flexible option that allows you to maintain control over your assets while simplifying their transfer after your death.
  • Irrevocable Trusts: A powerful tool for protecting your assets from creditors and legal challenges, ensuring that your estate remains intact.
  • Special Needs Trusts: Designed to provide for a loved one with special needs, ensuring they receive proper care and support without jeopardizing their eligibility for government benefits.

Each type of trust serves a specific purpose, and our experienced team will guide you in selecting the best option based on your goals.

Trusts Tailored to Your Needs

Every family’s situation is unique, which is why we take the time to understand your goals and design a trust that meets your specific needs. Whether you’re looking to avoid probate, manage a loved one’s care, or support charitable causes, we’ll help you create a trust that provides security for your family and aligns with your wishes.

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The sooner you start planning, the more options you’ll have to protect your estate and avoid unnecessary complications. Let us help you navigate the complexities of trust creation and management. Contact us today to secure your family’s future.

Ready to Protect Your Family’s Future?


If you have questions or need guidance on estate planning, probate, or any of our legal services, we’re here to help.

Call Us Today: (831) 600-7017

Let’s take the next step together to secure what matters most.

What Our Clients Say

“Mr. Killeen handled our emotional and protracted estate dispute with professionalism, creative problem solving, and attention to detail.”

Elaine F.

We retained Mr. Killeen due to a sad family dispute over an estate. He did a wonderful job on a case which became quite emotional and protracted. He wore both his legal and counselor-at-law hats with grace and ease. We especially appreciated his attention to detail and creative problem-solving. He and his staff were empathetic, fair, and professional in all aspects of our case. As with any case, the outcome was not guaranteed; however, we were quite satisfied with our result.

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Tel: 831-600-7017
Fax: 831-603-9738
Email: [email protected]

303 Potrero St., Suite 52
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Hours: Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm,
or by appointment

Driving Directions

Located in The Old Sash Mill:

  1. Hwy 1 to River St.
  2. Turn towards downtown (south) on River St.
  3. Turn Right at next light (Potrero St.)
  4. Cross over the railroad tracks
  5. IGNORE 1st entrance at sign "303 Potrero Street"
  6. Continue on Potrero
  7. Turn right into third unmarked entrance
  8. Suite 52 is third on the left
  9. Avoid RESERVED spaces
  10. Park in lot in front of the winery

Areas of Practice

  • Estate Planning
  • Probate
  • Probate Litigation
  • Living Trust | Revocable Trust
  • Irrevocable Trust

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