John Stanko

My name is John Stanko and I have been practicing law in the San Francisco Bay Area for more than 25 years. I began my career as a criminal defense attorney with a focus on representing people accused of DUI and traffic ticket infractions.

I became a Personal Family Lawyer because I am passionate about helping parents make sure their kids and assets are taken care of if the unthinkable happens to them. I focus provide families with the guidance and the support they need to create an estate plan that protects their children and their assets should they become incapacitated and when they pass away.

Whether you are a married couple or a single person, a traditional family or a blended family, whether you are just beginning your journey or you are reflecting on a well-lived life, I am here to help you design an estate plan that embraces your family history, your future goals, and your values so that you have the satisfaction in knowing that your loved ones are protected and safe, and your assets are secure for generations to come.

As your trusted advisor and Personal Family Lawyer, I do your estate planning the right way, the way that works.

My office is located in Central Marin County in the City of San Rafael with easy access to the North and East Bay Area Counties and San Francisco. I design working estate plans and kid protection plans for all Californians and we can meet in person or virtually.

I am an active member of my community, I am a Past President of the Coleman Elementary Father’s Group, I coached and was a board member with San Rafael Little league, and my passion was basketball with the first with YMCA, CYO, and most recently as a Varsity assistant at San Rafael High School. And, most importantly, I am dad to Tai and Luke and husband to Uyen.

I enjoy educating my community about estate planning, and kids protection planning.