Veteran Owned Firm
Christopher J. Torres, Esq.
ARK Law, Founder & Attorney
About our Estate Planning Firm
Christopher J. Torres, ARK Law Founder and Attorney, is passionate about helping people build strong foundations and structures for their future. As a father of three energy-filled daughters, he understands the desire to protect your family’s future.
Prior to Founding ARK Law, Christopher was an associate attorney with the Ferrone & Ferrone Law Group. There, he successfully represented Public Safety Officers facing internal affairs investigations. Through helping hundreds of clients deal with the fear and stress of unexpected situations, Christopher saw the real-life need for having a plan in place to protect your life’s work and family’s future.
Chris’s Background
Prior to his legal career, Christopher served in the U.S. Naval Special Forces as a U.S. Navy Diver. During his years as a Diver, Christopher served on both the east and west coasts with duties deemed in the interest of national security. Christopher received recognition for his work in training and preparing team members for success in the world’s most dangerous and high stress environments. Christopher is dedicated to serving those that continue to serve the country and our communities.
Christopher earned his law degree from California Western School of Law, San Diego, with a concentration in labor and employment law. While at California Western, Christopher interned for both the Chula Vista City Attorney’s Office and the Community Law Project providing sustainable and competent legal services to low-income and indigent members of the local community. He graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice in 2005.
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About ARK Law Estate Planning
Located in the vibrant heart of San Diego, CA, ARK Law Estate Planning stands as a premier estate planning law firm, also renowned as a leading financial advisory company. Our law corporation extends its specialty services primarily to the residents of San Diego, offering a comprehensive range of estate and financial planning services. Structured around the pillars of integrity, expertise, and compassion, our firm expertly combines the resources of a financial planning firm with the legal acumen of an estate planning law firm, providing unparalleled service to our clients.
Our Estate Planning Services
Revocable Living Trust: Central to our estate planning offerings, the revocable living trust allows for the management of your assets during your lifetime and their distribution upon your death, bypassing the costly and time-consuming probate process. Tailored specifically to meet your individual needs and goals, our attorneys ensure your trust reflects your wishes accurately.
Pour-Over Wills: Designed to work in concert with a revocable living trust, pour-over wills ensure any assets not already in your trust will pour over into it at your death, offering a comprehensive catch-all to your estate planning strategy.
Advance Medical Health Care Directives: Empowering you to make important healthcare decisions in advance, these directives establish clear instructions for your care in the event that you are unable to communicate your wishes personally, ensuring your healthcare wishes are respected.
HIPAA Release: This critical document allows designated individuals to access your private health information, making it easier for your loved ones or healthcare proxy to make informed decisions about your care.
Guardianship Elections: Of paramount importance for clients with minors or dependents, guardianship elections secure the future of your loved ones by appointing a guardian of your choosing, ensuring their care and protection.
Our Financial Coaching Services
Budgeting: A cornerstone of our financial coaching, our budgeting services help you manage your cash flow more effectively, enabling savings, reducing debt, and fostering financial security and independence.
Goal Setting: We assist you in identifying and prioritizing your financial goals, offering strategic planning and support to achieve both your short-term and long-term objectives with clear, actionable steps.
Debt Management: Our debt management strategies are designed to help you negotiate and manage your debt, providing pathways to reduce and ultimately clear debt, leading to a freer, financially secure lifestyle.
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Whether you're seeking the expertise of an estate planning law firm, the guidance of a financial advisory company, or the strategic planning of a financial planning firm, ARK Law Estate Planning is your trusted partner in achieving your legal and financial objectives. Ready to begin? Contact us now at (619) 800-8386 or fill out our convenient online form. Let us help you lay the groundwork for a secure and prosperous future.