Estate Planning for Bay Area Families and Communities
Practical, personalized estate planning for people who want to protect the people they love.
At Cypress Estate Law, we believe estate planning should be approachable, understandable, and rooted in community. Whether you're creating your first will, establishing a trust, planning for aging parents, or protecting the next generation, we help you build a plan that reflects your values and your life.
Serving Oakland and families throughout the Bay Area.
Estate Planning Doesn't Have To Be Complicated
Many people put off estate planning because they assume it's only for the wealthy, or because the process feels overwhelming.
The truth is simpler: every adult deserves a plan.
A thoughtful estate plan can:
Protect loved ones
Avoid unnecessary court involvement
Provide guidance during illness or incapacity
Preserve family harmony
Ensure your wishes are honored
Our role is to guide you through the process with clarity, compassion, and practical advice.
Cypress Estate Law was built on a simple belief: legal planning should be accessible and relationship-driven.
We take time to understand your family, your goals, and your concerns. We explain your options in plain language and create plans that work in real life, not just on paper.
Whether you're a young parent, homeowner, retiree, blended family, entrepreneur, or caregiver, you'll receive personalized guidance tailored to your circumstances.
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Trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and advance health care directives.
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Prepare for unexpected illness, disability, or aging-related challenges.
Planning for parents, blended families, unmarried partners, and multigenerational households.
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Meet Laura cunningham
Laura Cunningham is an Oakland estate planning attorney who helps individuals and families navigate life's transitions with confidence.
A graduate of UC Berkeley School of Law, Laura brings a unique background that combines sophisticated legal training with a longstanding commitment to community service and practical problem-solving. Before focusing her practice on estate planning, she worked in both large law firm and public-interest settings.
Today, she helps Bay Area families and individuals create plans that are clear, effective, and aligned with their values.
Protect What Matters Most
Estate planning is ultimately about people, not documents.
Let's create a plan that gives you peace of mind and protects those you love.