About Sally
Sally G. Bergman is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. She was admitted to the California State Bar on December 3, 1982,. Her license is currently in active status. Ms. Bergman is the principal attorney at the Law Office of Sally Bergman, a firm specializing in estate planning and elder law, located at 1900 S Norfolk St, Suite 350, San Mateo, CA 94403. She serves clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Ms. Bergman earned her Juris Doctor degree from San Francisco Law School in 1982. She furthered her legal education by obtaining a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Estate Planning and Elder Law from Western New England University School of Law in 2016. This advanced degree has enhanced her expertise in the areas of estate planning and elder law.
Ms. Bergman's practice focuses on estate planning, elder law, and related areas. She assists clients with drafting wills and trusts, establishing guardianships and conservatorships, and navigating Medi-Cal and VA Pension Benefit planning. Her work encompasses all stages of legal proceedings, including initial consultations, document preparation, negotiations, and representation in probate court.
Throughout her career, Ms. Bergman has accumulated over 43 years of legal experience. She is admitted to practice before all courts in the State of California. Prior to establishing her own firm in 2014, she worked as an attorney for the Law Office of Stanley J. Bell, A PC. Her extensive experience has equipped her to handle a wide range of cases in her practice areas.
Ms. Bergman is an active member of several professional organizations, including the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, where she served as Past President of the Northern California Chapter. She is also a member of ElderCounsel, WealthCounsel, and the Academy of VA Pension Planners. In addition to her professional affiliations, she serves as Board Chair and Direct Care Volunteer for Mission Hospice & Home Care. Ms. Bergman is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling her to effectively serve a diverse clientele.
