Una Catherine Ravaglia, Estate Planning Attorney in Santa Rosa, California

Una concentrates on estate planning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Una handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

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Una's primary office is at 1180 4th St, Santa Rosa, CA, 95404. 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 Una usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Una 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 Una for a estate planning case?

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

• Does Una offer a free consultation?

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

• Can Una take my case if I'm outside Santa Rosa?

  Una 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 — Una 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 Una?

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

• Is Una accepting new estate planning clients right now?

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