A San Diego Estate Planning Attorney Who Handles Your Matter Personally, Start to Finish
I've practiced estate planning, probate, and property tax law in San Diego since 2012 — and in that time, I've built a practice around one principle: you hired me, so you work with me.
Most people come to me at a crossroads: a parent has passed, a home is being inherited, or they've realized their family has nothing in place if something happens to them. These aren't abstract legal problems — they're urgent, personal, and often time-sensitive.
I handle three interconnected areas of law that most attorneys keep separate.
14 Years of Practice. One Attorney. Every Case.
Most law firms assign your matter to a junior associate or a paralegal after the initial meeting. That's not how I work. I'm a solo practitioner based in Point Loma, and I handle every client matter personally — from the first consultation through the final signed document. You'll always know who is working on your case, because the answer is always the same: me.
What sets my practice apart in the San Diego market isn't just experience — it's the combination of disciplines I bring together. Estate planning and property tax law are deeply connected, especially under California's Prop 19. Most attorneys practice one or the other. I practice both, which means I can structure your plan to protect your family's assets and your property tax base at the same time.
Three Areas of Practice. One Integrated Approach.
Most law firms assign your matter to a junior associate or a paralegal after the initial meeting. That's not how I work. I'm a solo practitioner based in Point Loma, and I handle every client matter personally — from the first consultation through the final signed document. You'll always know who is working on your case, because the answer is always the same: me.
What sets my practice apart in the San Diego market isn't just experience — it's the combination of disciplines I bring together. Estate planning and property tax law are deeply connected, especially under California's Prop 19. Most attorneys practice one or the other. I practice both, which means I can structure your plan to protect your family's assets and your property tax base at the same time.
Probate and Trust Administration
Losing someone is hard enough without navigating California's probate court system alone. I guide executors, trustees, and families through probate administration, trust administration, and small-estate procedures — keeping the process moving and the costs transparent so there are no surprises.
Property Tax and Prop 19
This is where my practice is genuinely different. I help San Diego homeowners and families understand the parent-child exclusion, the over-55 base year value transfer, property tax assessment appeals, and how to structure an inheritance to avoid a reassessment that could cost tens of thousands of dollars a year. If you're inheriting property or transferring a home to your children, property tax strategy belongs in the conversation from day one.
Background and Credentials
I earned my law degree and was admitted to the California State Bar in 2012 (Bar No. available upon request). My practice has been focused exclusively on estate planning, probate, and property tax law since the beginning — I've never divided my attention across unrelated practice areas. That focus means I stay current on the rules that matter to my clients: Prop 19 amendments, changes to California's small-estate thresholds, property tax assessment deadlines, and the evolving landscape of trust and probate law in San Diego County.
I'm based at 3667 Voltaire Street in Point Loma, and I serve clients throughout San Diego — including La Jolla, Coronado, Mission Hills, Ocean Beach, Pacific Beach, and Chula Vista. My clients are neighbors, not case numbers.
What Working With Me Actually Looks Like
Start with a free consultation. There's no pressure and no obligation — just a direct conversation about where you are and what your options look like. Call me at 619.994.1215 or use the link below to get in touch.
Frequently Asked Questions About Working With Rosser Pettit
How long has Rosser Pettit been practicing law in San Diego?
I've been licensed and practicing in California since 2012 — over 14 years focused exclusively on estate planning, probate, and property tax law in the San Diego area.Will I work directly with Rosser Pettit or be handed off to someone else?
You'll work directly with me from start to finish. I'm a solo practitioner, which means there are no associates or paralegals handling your matter behind the scenes. When you call or email, you reach me.Does Rosser Pettit offer free consultations?
Yes. Every new client starts with a free, no-obligation consultation. I use that time to understand your situation and give you an honest assessment of what you need — before any fees are discussed.Why does an estate planning attorney also handle property tax matters?
In California, the two are closely linked. Prop 19 changed the rules for inheriting property, and a poorly structured estate plan can trigger a property tax reassessment that costs your family far more than the legal fees they saved. Handling both disciplines allows me to build plans that account for the full picture — not just the documents.
