Philip P. Lindsley

Practice areas

Elder Law, Estate Planning & Probate

Focus areas

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

Philip P. Lindsley, the founder of the San Diego Elder Law Center, is dedicated to the fields of elder law and estate planning. His practice encompasses San Diego County, and he holds certifications as a specialist in estate planning, trust, and probate law from The State Bar of California’s Board of Legal Specialization. He’s also certified in elder law by the National Elder Law Foundation and recognized as an attorney by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Lindsley’s focus is on assisting elderly clients and their families across various domains. His services range from offering guidance on long-term care planning, evaluating options, and advising on veterans’ programs, benefits, and Medi-Cal concerns. He aids clients in maintaining eligibility for governmental benefits even if they inherit assets and prepares specialized trusts for individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

Furthermore, Lindsley is well-versed in creating and reviewing different trust types, wills, healthcare and financial powers of attorney, and advance medical directives. His expertise extends to handling conservatorships, and he supports bereaved family members through the intricate and often protracted probate process. His professional reputation is highly esteemed, evidenced by his AV Preeminent* peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell and a 10.0 “Superb” peer review rating from Avvo.

Hailing from San Diego, Lindsley earned his degrees from San Diego State University and the University of San Diego School of Law. He actively engages with various professional organizations and holds admission to practice in California as well as before the U.S. Supreme Court.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished, and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks licensed according to Martindale-Hubbell’s certification procedures, standards, and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® oversees a peer review rating system where ratings reflect anonymous feedback from members of the legal community and the judiciary. These ratings pertain to both legal ability and general ethical standards.