John O'Grady knows that communication in estate planning makes a big difference! Established in 1989, John's full service estate planning practice includes wills, probate, trusts, trust management, mediation of disputes, complex and sophisticated wealth management, and the development and implementation of multi-generational tax strategies.

John is known for his skillful listening and insightful counsel. He helps his clients craft creative solutions that address their particular concerns. The improved communication continues to draw families and businesses together over time. John has successfully mediated hundreds of business, co-ownership, inheritance and other property disputes. His clients include homeowners, real estate investors, corporate trustees, other attorneys, business owners, and executives.

John has taught federal income taxation at San Francisco Law School. He is widely published and a frequent speaker for real estate industry associations, employee groups, investment clubs, and continuing education programs for tax and estate planning professionals. Most recently, John presented for Practising Law Institute on estate tax planning opportunites for 2011 & 2012.

He is the Chair of the Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law Section of the Bar Association of San Francisco and he is continually refining his skills as a member of the Trusts and Estates Section of The State Bar of California and the San Francisco Estate Planning Council. John earned his J.D. and LL.M. (Taxation) from Golden Gate University and B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley.

John's direct phone number is (415) 986-8500.