San Jose Real Estate Lawyers

Real Estate Law, Probate, Estate Planning And Business Law | San Jose, California

For more than 20 years, The Heritage Law Group has served the legal needs of the people and business community of San Jose. With more than 40 years of combined experience, our lead attorneys, Roger Wintle and Maria Relos, have helped thousands of clients in the areas of real estate law, estate planning and litigation, and business law. We are always happy to help people with their legal problems.

A real estate purchase, sale, development or lease is a major transaction. You need to know the terms of the contract and your legal rights and obligations so the chances of a lawsuit arising later on is minimal. Before you sign anything, let one of our lawyers review the documents, help you understand the law and negotiate on your behalf.

Trusted Estate Planning, Probate/Trust Administration

Estate planning can guarantee your loved ones will be financially secure for decades to come and avoid family squabbles after you are gone. At The Heritage Law Group, we help people of all ages and levels of wealth with their estate plans. We will help you understand your options and draft your will, trusts, advance health care directive and more. We are also here to help you amend your estate plan as your priorities change over time.

The Heritage Law Group is also here to help you with trust administration and estate litigation. We represent trustees, heirs and beneficiaries.

Business Attorneys Serving Silicon Valley

Business owners in California face a myriad of laws and regulations. They also must negotiate agreements with vendors, clients and other vital parties. We are prepared to work with you on all business matters, including:

Formation

Financings

Software and technology licensing

Employment law

Business litigation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR)

We are proud to advise and represent new and established businesses in San Jose and throughout the Silicon Valley area.

What Our Clients Say

"I was facing an estate claim from the California Department of Health Care Services, after my mother died, that I could not afford to pay. You successfully helped fight a denial of hardship waiver on appeal and got the claim waived. Thank you so much." – D.M.
"I have used Roger Wintle as our company Attorney for more than 20 years... Roger knows law but he also knows how to communicate and how to determine right from wrong and how get to the real facts. Roger communicates clearly, effectively, and with authority. I highly recommend the Heritage Law Group." -Doug J.
"I cannot thank you enough for the support that you have extended on our behalf during this legal matter. I will not hesitate to seek your help in the future should need arise." –-R.E.

Past Matters

Improper Use of Trade Secrets Claim
Case Resolved Quickly And Without Litigation
Client had left his old employer and opened his own business. His old clients found him and began using his services at his new company. Past employer claimed that client had wrongfully solicited customers by misappropriated trade secret information. We successfully defended the claim before litigation commenced and proved that the client had committed no wrongdoing and had not solicited any of his old customers. Past employer dropped the claim before filing suit Read More
Real State License Defense
Agent continues to work in his field
Succesfully defended against license revocation for real estate agent who committed one count of domestic violence against his spouse. The Heritage Law Group, a P.C. succesfully negotiated a restricted license that would allow the real estate agent to continue working in his field Read More
Real Estate Ownership Dispute
Settled Fairly For Each Owner
Successfully obtained ownership interest of real property owned by multiples persons but only one person on title and loan. The person on title claimed that he was the sole owner and denied any ownership interest to other parties. The Heritage Law Group, filed suit and at mediation settled the matter with each owner getting their fair share. Property was sold and proceeds were split according to the ownership interest negotiated at settlement Read More
$15 Million Fraud Claim
Successful Jury Verdict, No Damages
Represented Defendants against claim of fraud, fraudulent misrepresentation where Plaintiff was seeking damages more than $15 million dollers. Defendant strongly asserted that the case was meritless and that he had done no wrongdoing. Successfully defended case and after long cause jury trial, the jury entered a verdict in favor of Defendant and the Plaintiff was awarded nothing Read More

Real Estate Law, Probate, Estate Planning And Business Law | San Jose, California