Section Estate Planning, Trust and Probate


The Estate Planning and Probate Section covers substantive and procedural law governing trustees, probate estates, guardianships, conservatorship and other matters affecting trusts and estates and administration. The section offers Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and works closely with the bench to improve the administration of justice in the Probate Court.

Section Chairs

Julia C. Butler
628 253 0770
jcb@jcbutlerlaw.com

Paul B. Gruwell
415 453 9433
pgruwell@rflawllp.com

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Updated April 13, 2022


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Updated June 7, 2023


Editor's Introduction
Mar 28, 2024
By Dave Winnett

The Greek philosopher Heraclitus is credited with the philosophical observation that everything is in flux and constantly changing, memorialized in his quotation: “No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it is not the same river and he is not the same man.”

Presidents Message
Mar 28, 2024
By Scott Buell

From Greek philosopher Heraclitus to Mahatma Gandhi to David Bowie to Taylor Swift, the great thinkers and/or pop stars of their times appear to agree the only constant in life is change; and that change needs to be embraced head on. But really how much change is there at the Marin County Bar Association? We had a change in the Presidency this year, but we transition to a new President every year. Likewise, the make-up of the Board of Directors changes annually by roughly one third.

Mar 28, 2024
By Julie Cervetto

On February 1st, 140 guests, elected officials, and Judges from the Marin County Superior Court celebrated the induction of our 2024 officers and directors at the Spinnaker Restaurant in Sausalito.

Mar 28, 2024
By Marrianne Taleghani

Former Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye was the 28th chief justice of the State of California. As the first Filipina and the second woman to serve on the state’s highest court, Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye has paved the way for numerous women aspiring to pursue careers in law and the judiciary. Her 32-years of service on all levels of the state’s courts, including 12-years as chief justice, are distinguished by remarkable progress and policy initiatives that continue to shape the landscape of our judicial system. Her leadership and vision during the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic were especially critical, resulting in continuing access to our courts through the use of technology.

Law Student Scholarship
Jan 12, 2024

Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP—a litigation boutique in San Francisco—is now accepting applications for its 2024 Diversity Scholars program. The program offers scholarship money and mentorship to 1Ls whose background or experience would contribute to the diversity of the legal profession and have an interest in pursuing a litigation career in the Bay Area. This year, KVP will award up to $80,000 in scholarship grants, split among up to four deserving students.

MCLE Abroad
Dec 11, 2023

A Week in Legal London 2024. Join members of the California Lawyers Association for A Week in Legal London - April 7-13, 2024