Estate Planning
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives tailored to your needs.
Trust Administration
Guidance for trustees in carrying out trust terms and statutory requirements.
Probate Administration
Support for executors and administrators through the probate process.
Public Benefits
Long-term care and special needs planning, including Medi-Cal & special needs trusts.

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Fay & Lawler, APC — Estate Planning in San Diego

Fay & Lawler, APC is an estate planning law firm based in San Diego, California. Areas of practice include: Estate Planning (wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives), Trust Administration, Probate Administration, and Public Benefits Planning (long-term care and special needs).

The firm was founded in 1990 by attorneys Dennis E. Fay and Thomas C. Lawler. Mr. Fay practiced primarily in North County (Carlsbad and later Del Mar), while Mr. Lawler has maintained an office in the Mission Valley area. Following the death of Mr. Fay in 2011, the firm has continued its tradition of delivering exceptional legal services to clients throughout the County via its San Diego office. The firm represents individuals, fiduciaries (private and corporate), and business entities. With nearly 30 years of experience in estate planning matters, we pride ourselves on creating practical and cost-effective solutions for our clients' legal challenges, regardless of size or complexity.

* Following the death of attorney Dennis E. Fay, the North County firm of Law Office of Russell E. Griffith, APC, purchased Mr. Fay's share of Fay & Lawler, APC and continues to service Mr. Fay's former clients. Law Office of Russell E. Griffith, APC is located at 1991 Village Park Way, #105, Encinitas, California 92024, and can be reached at 760-944-9901 or www.rgriffithlaw.com.

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Thomas C. Lawler
Areas of Practice

Estate planning, trust & probate,
and public benefits planning

Estate Planning

Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives. We help you control your assets during your lifetime and ensure an efficient transfer to your chosen beneficiaries.

Trust Administration

Guidance for trustees in carrying out the terms of a trust and meeting statutory requirements. We work step by step with trustees to simplify the process.

Probate Administration

We guide executors and administrators through the probate process. When probate is unavoidable, we help navigate it as smoothly as possible.

Public Benefits Planning

Long-term care and Medi-Cal qualification; special needs trusts. We help clients navigate eligibility and preserve benefits while providing for loved ones.

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Our firm

Practical, cost-effective
estate planning

Certified specialists in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law. We serve individuals, fiduciaries, and business entities throughout San Diego County.

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Attorneys and Staff

Meet the Fay & Lawler team

Our attorneys and staff bring decades of experience in estate planning, trust and probate, and public benefits planning. We are here to guide you through every step.
Thomas C. Lawler

Thomas C. Lawler

Attorney &
Co-Founder
Karel L. Flickinger

Karel L. Flickinger

Paralegal & Administrator
In the Media

Attorney Thomas Lawler on Your Money, Your Wealth

Attorney Thomas Lawler has appeared on the PURE Financial Advisors, Inc. weekly TV program "Your Money, Your Wealth". Watch for estate planning and financial insights.

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  • 4950 Waring Road, Suite #2
    San Diego, California 92120
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Accreditations & Affiliations

Fay & Lawler is proud to be associated with these trusted organizations

  • Better Business Bureau accredited business, BBB Rating A+ BBB — Accredited Business
  • National Care Planning Council member National Care Planning Council
  • State Bar of California Certified