Ryan T. Stillwell - San Jose, CA
Attorney at Law Offices of Berge & Berge
Estate Planning Lawyers in San Jose, CA
1101 S Winchester Blvd Suite I-208 San Jose, CA 95128
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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8
Years
Experience
San Jose Estate Planning Lawyer
Updated: 04/15/2026
Areas of Practice
- Estate Planning 30%
- Trusts 30%
- Probate & Estate Administration 20%
- Elder Law 10%
- Wills 10%
Attorney Information
Overview
Ryan T. Stillwell is an associate attorney at the Law Offices of Berge & Berge, Trust and Estate Planning Specialists, in San Jose. Ryan has practiced exclusively in the area of estate planning and administration since becoming an attorney in 2018. His experience in preparing comprehensive estate plans; including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents, allows him to help each client develop an estate plan that is personalized to their needs and achieve their tax-savings objectives. He considers it essential for his clients to understand the laws that apply to their specific situations and takes time to explain complex concepts in simple terms.
Ryan is a graduate of the University of Iowa (B.B.A., 2013) and Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D., 2017), where he was recognized as the top student in his Wills and Trusts class (CALI Witkin Award). He is a member of the State Bars of California and Oregon. He loves spending time outdoors with his family and friends, playing golf, running, reading, and watching sports.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- CALI Excellence for the Future Award - Wills & Trusts
- CALI Excellence for the Future Award - Criminal Procedure
Other Sources of Feedback About Ryan T. Stillwell
Included on the 2026 Northern California Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Santa Clara University School of Law,
Santa Clara,
California, 2018
J.D.
Honors: Top Student in his Wills and Trusts class (CALI Witkin Award)
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Santa Clara University School of Law,
Santa Clara,
California, 2018
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Non Legal Education
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University of Iowa,
Iowa City,
Iowa, 2013
B.B.A.
Major: Economics
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University of Iowa,
Iowa City,
Iowa, 2013
Current Employment Position(s)
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Associate Attorney
Languages
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English (Primary)
Bar Admissions
- California, 2018
- Oregon
- Minnesota
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Contact
1101 S Winchester Blvd
Suite I-208
San Jose, CA 95128
Phone: 669-244-3546
Fax: 408-985-9945
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.bayareaelderlaw.com
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