rusted Expertise in Napa Valley
Meghan M. Avila brings over a decade of focused experience in estate planning, trust administration, probate, Medi-Cal planning, and elder law across Napa and surrounding counties. Prior to founding her own practice, she served as Staff Attorney at Legal Aid of Sonoma County and spent seven years as a Senior Associate and Partner at a respected Napa estate planning firm.
Licensed and fully active, Meghan operates out of her Napa office located at 1455 1st Street, Suite 216, offering tailored legal guidance to individuals and families.
Practice Areas That Cover Every Stage of Life
Estate Planning
Meghan crafts customized wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives ensuring clients protect their legacy and plan confidently for the future.
Living Trust Services
Her office guides clients through living trust creation, helping avoid common errors like failing to transfer assets, lack of updates, or choosing the wrong trustee.
Trust Administration
For trustees, Meghan simplifies the legal obligations managing asset valuation, administration, and distributions while navigating California’s Probate Code smoothly.
Probate
During the difficult period of probate, Meghan offers compassionate legal support from asset inventory and debt resolution to probate litigation and tax compliance.
Elder Law & Medi‑Cal Planning
She specializes in long-term care planning, conservatorships, Medi‑Cal strategies, and healthcare directives helping seniors and families plan with dignity and legal precision.
A Client-Centered Approach That Makes a Difference
Meghan emphasizes a personalized, empathetic process. She helps clients especially women undergoing life transitions understand legal complexities clearly, empowering them to make informed decisions and feel confident every step of the way.
Her office prides itself on:
- Clear, accessible communication
- Relationship-based, individualized strategies
- Ongoing education through workshops and consultations
Meghan M. Avila offers Napa Valley personalized, expert guidance across probate, trusts, estate planning, and elder law combining deep legal skill with genuine care. Whether you’re planning your legacy, administering a trust, navigating probate, or securing care for aging loved ones, her practice delivers clarity, ease, and confidence through every step.