Steven F. Bliss, Esq.
Founder & Managing PartnerWith a legacy of over 4,500 estates and trusts protected, Steven F. Bliss stands as one of the most prolific architects of legacy security in Southern California. For 35+ years, he has specialized in the surgical navigation of the California Probate Code, providing high-net-worth families with the “battle-tested” precision their complex assets require.
The CPA Advantage
A B.S. in Accounting from Syracuse University and successful completion of the CPA Examination provides Steven with a financial perspective that generalist firms lack. This accounting foundation is the key to identifying sophisticated tax-saving opportunities and ensuring accurate asset valuations.
Scholastic Precision
Graduating in the Top 10% of his class at California Western School of Law, Steven has dedicated his career to legal drafting that withstands the highest levels of court scrutiny. His work is defined by the meticulous detail necessary for enforceable, ironclad estate plans.
4,500+ Success Stories
A lifetime of experience handling tens of thousands of individual estates, trusts, and probates across San Diego and Riverside Counties.
Boutique HNW Counsel
Every strategy is personally crafted and reviewed by Steven F. Bliss—your future is never delegated to a junior associate or paralegal.
Tax & Prop 19 Strategy
Mastery of 2026 property tax laws and federal estate tax thresholds to shield your legacy from unnecessary government interference.
Unrivaled Experience. Veteran Results.
In the world of high-stakes estate administration, pattern recognition is everything. Having protected more than 4,500 families, Steven F. Bliss has seen every possible complexity the California court system can offer—and he knows how to bypass them for your benefit.
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Responsible Attorney:
Steven F. Bliss, California Attorney (Bar No. 147856).
Local Office:
San Diego Probate Law3914 Murphy Canyon Rd San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 278-2800
San Diego Probate Law is a practice location and trade name used by Steven F. Bliss, Esq., a California-licensed attorney.
About the Author & Legal Review Process
This article was researched and drafted by the Legal Editorial Team of the Law Firm of Steven F. Bliss, Esq.,
a collective of attorneys, legal writers, and paralegals dedicated to translating complex legal concepts into clear, accurate guidance.
Legal Review:
This content was reviewed and approved by Steven F. Bliss, a California-licensed attorney (Bar No. 147856).
Mr. Bliss concentrates his practice in estate planning and estate administration, advising clients on proactive planning strategies and representing fiduciaries in probate and trust administration proceedings when formal court involvement becomes necessary.
With more than 35 years of experience in California estate planning and estate administration,
Mr. Bliss focuses on structuring enforceable estate plans, guiding fiduciaries through court-supervised proceedings,
resolving creditor and notice issues, and coordinating asset management to support compliant, timely distributions and reduce fiduciary risk.
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