Richard Scott Van Dyke

Richard S. Van Dyke, Trust & Estate Law — Litigation Attorney, San Diego, CA Richard S. Van Dyke is a California trust and estate litigation attorney representing clients in contested probate and fiduciary disputes. His practice focuses on litigation involving trusts, wills, estate administration, and related financial conflicts. Since 1998, Mr. Van Dyke has handled matters including trust contests, will contests, undue influence claims, lack of capacity disputes, breach of fiduciary duty, trustee removal, accounting disputes, and elder financial abuse claims. He also represents clients in appellate proceedings involving probate and trust rulings. His work frequently involves the review of financial records, trust accountings, and asset transfers to address disputes concerning estate assets and fiduciary conduct. He represents beneficiaries, heirs, and interested parties in high-conflict probate and trust litigation. Mr. Van Dyke practices in courts throughout California and is admitted to: • California State Bar • U.S. District Court (Southern & Central Districts of California) • U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit Education: • J.D., Thomas Jefferson School of Law • B.S., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University He has received ratings from third-party organizations, including Martindale-Hubbell, Super Lawyers, and Avvo. Such recognitions are not a guarantee of results. Location: San Diego, also serving Orange County, Los Angeles, and all of California. Practice Focus: Trust & Estate Litigation / Probate Litigation / Elder Financial Abuse Litigation State Bar No.: 196753