Roxanna Hope Watrous, Estate Planning Attorney in Los Gatos, California

Roxanna concentrates on estate planning, family law, litigation, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Roxanna 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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• Trusts

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Roxanna's primary office is at 262 East Main Street, Los Gatos, CA, 95030. 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 Roxanna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Roxanna 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 Roxanna for a estate planning case?

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

• Does Roxanna offer a free consultation?

  Roxanna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Roxanna's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Roxanna'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. Roxanna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Roxanna take my case if I'm outside Los Gatos?

  Roxanna 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 — Roxanna 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 Roxanna?

  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. Roxanna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Roxanna accepting new estate planning clients right now?

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