Business Details
18 Years
experience
Experienced Estate Planning & Probate Attorney in Hayward
For over three decades, I have dedicated my legal practice to guiding individuals and families through estate planning, probate, and trust administration. Prior to establishing my own office in 2008, I practiced with the firm of Haley, Purchio, Sakai & Smith for 33 years, cultivating deep expertise in real estate transactions, business law, and estate matters. My commitment to excellence is underscored by my appointment as a California Probate Referee since 1993, a role requiring state certification to appraise assets in probate and trusts. Active in community service, I have held leadership roles with organizations such as the Hayward Rotary Club, Boy Scouts of America, and Japanese American Services of the East Bay, earning recognition including the Hayward Volunteer Shining Star and Business Person of the Year.I prioritize personalized service, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions grounded in both legal precision and compassionate understanding of their unique needs. My practice reflects a steadfast dedication to ethical standards, transparency, and the long-term well-being of every client I serve.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Services
Wills & Trusts
Real Estate Transactions
Probate Referee Appraisals
Durable Powers of Attorney
Community Legal Education
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in estate planning and probate law.
- Our attorney serves as a certified California Probate Referee.
- We provide personalized legal solutions tailored to individual client needs.
- Our practice combines expertise in estate law, real estate, and business transactions.
- We maintain deep roots and leadership in the Hayward community.
Services
Estate Planning
Crafting customized estate plans to safeguard assets and ensure client wishes are honored. Services include wills, trusts, and advance directives. With decades of experience, we provide strategic guidance to minimize tax burdens and streamline asset transfer for families.
Probate Services
Navigating probate processes to settle estates efficiently and compassionately. We assist executors and beneficiaries with court filings, asset distribution, and debt resolution. Our probate referee expertise ensures accurate valuation of estate assets in accordance with California law.
Wills & Trusts
Creating legally sound wills and trusts to reflect client intentions. We draft durable powers of attorney and healthcare directives to address end-of-life decisions. Our approach balances legal rigor with clear communication to prevent future disputes.
Real Estate Transactions
Facilitating residential and commercial real estate transactions with meticulous attention to title transfers and contract compliance. We represent buyers, sellers, and investors in navigating complex property laws to ensure secure, legally binding agreements.
Probate Referee Appraisals
Providing certified appraisals for probate and trust assets as appointed by the California State Controller. This service ensures accurate valuation of real estate, businesses, and personal property to determine fair distribution and tax obligations during estate settlement.
People
Robert Sakai
Attorney & Founder
Robert Sakai is a Hayward-based attorney with 30+ years of experience in estate planning, probate, and real estate law. A certified California Probate Referee since 1993, he has led community organizations including the Hayward Rotary Club and Japanese American Services of the East Bay, earning multiple civic honors for his service.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in estate planning, probate, wills, trusts, real estate transactions, and probate referee appraisals.
How long have you been practicing law?
Robert Sakai has practiced law for over 30 years, with 20+ years running his own office since 2008.
What is a Probate Referee?
A Probate Referee appraises assets in probate and trusts. Robert Sakai has held this state-certified role since 1993.
Do you serve areas outside Hayward?
Yes, we serve San Lorenzo, Castro Valley, Fremont, Union City, Oakland, San Ramon, Alameda, Pleasanton, and Danville.
Are you involved in the local community?
Yes, we actively support Hayward organizations including the Rotary Club, Boy Scouts, and Japanese American Services of the East Bay.
