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Robert J. Galliano

Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP

Robert J. Galliano

Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP

Robert J. Galliano

Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP

Robert Galliano

Robert Galliano is an attorney with Copenbarger & Copenbarger, LLP.

Practice Areas / Responsibilities

Robert is a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law by the California Board of Legal Specialization and holds a Master’s degree in Taxation from Golden Gate University. Robert has over 30 years of experience helping families with their Estate Planning. As an Elder Law Attorney, Robert helps families in planning for long-term care options, qualifying for Medi-Cal and Asset Protection. Robert was also an Adjunct Professor at National University where he taught Graduate Tax Courses and is a co-author of the book, “More Than Money”. Robert has given hundreds of educational seminars and is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). Robert holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and is a Professional Engineer in Control Systems.

Professional Qualifications

Member, State Bar of California
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States
Admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court
Accredited Attorney under the Department of Veteran Affairs
Licensed California Real Estate Broker
Securities License Series 6, 7 and 24
Certified Fund Specialist (CFS)

Education

B.S.EE California State University
B.S. Law California Southern Law School
Masters in Tax Golden Gate University
J.D. California Southern Law School

Firm Description

Copenbarger Law Firm was established 1979 by Lloyd Copenbarger in an effort to make sure that every client he represented was protected. He wanted to know that they, their children, and their financial resources were secured to the fullest extent of the law. Lloyd recognized that every person is a unique individual with unique needs and circumstances, and he likes to say, “God didn’t create any ordinary people” and for that reason, forty years later, he is still here to protect every unique individual with every estate planning need.

Throughout the years, the firm has seen many changes, and is now comprised of eight full time attorneys and two additional attorney who are of counsel to the firm, and it continues to grow. However, despite any surface changes, one thing has always remained constant: Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP. provides clients with excellent legal services in personal estate planning and other related fields.

Hours

Day From To
Monday 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM 4:00 PM

Cost

Flat fee or hourly depending on the circumstances of the case.

What Is an Elder Law Attorney?

Main Office

Two Better World Circle
Suite 105
Temecula, CA 92590

On the web

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