Stern Law FirmManaging Partner

Stephen Mark Stern

About Stephen Mark Stern

Stephen Mark Stern is a lawyer practicing advanced business law, bankruptcy, contracts and 26 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.S. degree from Northern Arizona University in 1992, and has been licensed for 28 years. Stephen practices at Stern Law Firm in Templeton, CA.

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Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
May 13, 2020
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Working with Mr. Stern is easy and comforting. I retained Mr. Stern for estate planning purposes. While this can sometimes be confusing, Mr. Stern is excellent at explaining all aspects of the estate planning process - from the inception to the ultimate end and final disposition of your estate. Mr. Stern is very accommodating when meeting clients at the convenience of the client. Mr. Stern is reliable and very trustworthy, especially with highly confidential personal information. I highly recommend Mr. Stern and his law firm.

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
January 28, 2025
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I had a Trust which needed several updates. I chose the wrong attorney! Mr. Stern told me he could complete that in two hours. When I requested a two sentence addition, his billing hours doubled. Then when he emailed me the final draft to set up signing, I was dismayed to find many errors: from unacceptable spelling errors in emails and even the Successor Trustee’s name to complete muddling per my instructions of beneficiary funds distributions. If I’m paying $350 per hour, I expect professional attention to important details. Confronted with a list of all the errors, he agreed to refund half of my deposit. When I picked up my personal Trust copy, I discovered a final example of his sloppy work—there was a large water stain on the cover, as if it had been used as a drink coaster! Be prepared to oversee every word in documents and to be overcharged for unprofessional work.

 
Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
February 18, 2012
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Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
February 22, 2013
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Areas of Law

  • Bankruptcy
  • Contracts
  • Corporate Law
  • Government
  • Trusts and Estates 2
    • Asset Protection
    • Estate Planning
  • Debt Relief
  • Labor and Employment
  • Other 21
    • Advanced Business Law
    • Debtor & Creditor
    • Intellectual Property Law
    • Trusts & Estates
    • Wills & Probate
    • Business Structures
    • Business Transactions
    • Employment Law
    • Small Businesses
    • Franchises
    • Business Acquisitions
    • Entity Formation
    • Business Start-Ups
    • Operating Agreements
    • Debt & Lending Agreements
    • Capitalization
    • Strategic Planning for Venture Capital
    • Debt Collection
    • Lease Agreements
    • Registration of Federal and Worldwide Trademarks and Copyrights
    • Buy-Sell Agreeements

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
    Discover
    MasterCard
    Other - Paypal
    Venmo
    Visa
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Managing Partner
    Firm Name
    Stern Law Firm

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1998, United States Federal Court
    1998, Arizona
    2003, California
    Memberships
    Graduate Student, Loan Workshop, 2015 - Present
    American Bar Association, Member, 2014 - Present
    American Bankruptcy Institute, Member, 2009 - Present
    National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, Member, 2008 - Present
    San Luis Obispo County Bar Association, Member, 2003 - Present
    State Bar of California, Member, 2003 - Present
    State Bar of Arizona, Member, 1998 - Present
    Coconino County Bar Association, Vice President.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Washburn University
    Class of 1998
    J.D.
    Dean’s List and Law Review
    Other Education
    Northern Arizona University
    Class of 1992
    B.S.
    Journalism and Business

    Northern Arizona University
    Class of 1992
    M.A.Ed.
    with honors
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1961
    1961
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