About Richard W. S.

Richard W. S. Pershing is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in California in 1990, holding. He is currently active and practices at Sandoval Legacy Group, a division of Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC, located in Riverside, California. Mr. Pershing's practice encompasses estate planning and probate matters, serving clients throughout Riverside County and surrounding areas.

Mr. Pershing earned his Juris Doctor degree from Western State University College of Law in 1990. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate studies at La Sierra University, graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1980. During his time at La Sierra University, he was actively involved in public relations and development, serving as the Associate Director of Public Relations and Development.

Mr. Pershing's practice areas include estate planning, guardianships and conservatorships, living wills, power of attorney, probate and estate administration, trusts, and wills. He has extensive experience representing individuals and businesses of various sizes, including healthcare professionals such as physicians, osteopaths, dentists, and optometrists. His expertise also extends to assisting business owners and family-owned enterprises with their estate and business planning needs.

Throughout his career, Mr. Pershing has been admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Southern District of California and the San Manuel Tribal Court. He has been recognized for his contributions to the legal field, receiving a 5.0 peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell and being selected for the Super Lawyers list from 2022 to 2026.

Mr. Pershing is an active member of several professional organizations, including the State Bar of California, Riverside County Bar Association, San Bernardino County Bar Association, American Bar Association, and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. He has served as Chair of the Riverside County Bar Association Continuing Education Committee and Co-Chair of the Estate Planning and Elder Law Section. Additionally, he is the Director of the Center for Conflict Resolution at La Sierra University and has been involved in various civic and charitable boards and committees.

Education

La Sierra Univ

Undergraduate Degree

Western State University College of Law

Law Degree

Western State University College of Law

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Lawyer

Sandoval Legacy Group, Holstrom Block & Parke APLC
2021

Partner

Reynolds Jensen Swan & Pershing LLP
2009

Owner

Pershing Law Corporation
1991

Director of Marketing and Development

Versacare, Inc.
1990

Associate Vice President

Hialeah Hospital, Hialeah Florida
1988

Director

Corona Community Foundation
1986

Director of Marketing and Development

Corona Community Hospital
1983

Associate Director of Public Relations and Development

La Sierra University
1980

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

San Manuel Tribal Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. District Court · Admitted 1990

Types of Cases Handled

Estate Planning Guardianships and Conservatorships Living Wills Power of Attorney Probate and Estate Administration Trusts Wills

Legal Services Scope

Litigation Negotiations Trials

Professional Associations

Riverside County Bar Association

has membership Current

Tom & Vi Zapara School of Business, La Sierra University, Riverside, CA

Director, Center for Conflict Resolution, Riverside, CA Current

RCBA Dispute Resolution Service, Inc.

Mediator Current

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Lifetime has membership Current

Continuing Education Committee, Riverside County Bar Association

Chair Current

Estate Planning & Probate Section, Riverside County Bar Association

Co-Chair Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 4300 Latham Street Riverside CA 92501