Gloria Maude Mattioli, Estate Planning Attorney in Palo Alto, California

Gloria concentrates on estate planning, family law, litigation, real estate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gloria handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

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• Family Law

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• Litigation

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• Real Estate

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• Trusts

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Gloria's primary office is at Palo Alto, CA, 94302-1566. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gloria usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Gloria discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Gloria for a estate planning case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gloria walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Gloria offer a free consultation?

  Gloria charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gloria's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Gloria's current terms during booking.

• How long do estate planning cases in California typically take?

  Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Gloria gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Gloria take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?

  Gloria is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Gloria will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Gloria?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Gloria will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Gloria accepting new estate planning clients right now?

  Gloria's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.