Elizabeth A. Tresp
Top rated Estate Planning & Probate attorney in Cardiff-by-the-sea, California
Tresp Law, APC
Practice areas: Estate Planning & Probate, Estate & Trust Litigation, Business & Corporate; view more
Licensed in California since: 2013
Education: University of San Diego School of Law
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858-398-9520
Tresp Law, APC
2533 S Coast Hwy 101Suite 210
Cardiff-by-the-sea, CA 92007 Visit website
Principal Attorney Elizabeth A. Tresp earned her BA at Middlesex University in London in 1999. She completed her Juris Doctor (JD) and Master of Laws (LLM) at the University of San Diego School of Law, earning the highest honors in Criminal Tax Fraud and Taxation of Anti-Money Laundering.
Elizabeth is a member of The State Bar of California (Bar Number 290339), the Wyoming State Bar (Bar Number 8-7161), the State Bar of Montana (Bar Number 14059), the San Diego County Bar Association, Probate Attorneys of San Diego, and the American Bar Association. In addition to State Courts of California, Wyoming, and Montana, she practices before the United States Tax Court and the United States District Court, Southern District of California.
Staying involved in her community is important to Elizabeth, which is why you can find her volunteering at her children's schools and donating her time to local non-profits, including her own 501(c)(3) non-profits, the Tresp Family Arts Foundation and the Tresp Conservation Trust.
Elizabeth is a skilled public speaker and has been featured in several podcasts and webinars. Elizabeth has a passion for theater and is the Vice President of the board of directors at her local theater, North Coast Repertory Theatre.
TRUSTED
An active leader of her community, Elizabeth is a member of the San Diego Women leaders and provides consulting services to local attorneys.
Elizabeth has extensive experience in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Litigation, Trust and Estate Administration, and high-conflict litigation negotiation through mediation and other alternative dispute resolution.
Compassionate and caring, Elizabeth strives to be your attorney for life. Protecting your family and your legacy are her highest priorities. With extensive negotiation experience, Elizabeth is prepared to fight for you.
Whether you need to secure your family's future, are dealing with the loss of a loved one, or need litigation counsel, contact Tresp Law, APC today. We look forward to working with you to protect your assets and provide for your family.
PHILANTHROPY AND VOLUNTEERISM
Commitment to our community goes beyond financial contributions. In addition to her service on the Board of Directors for the North Coast Repertory Theatre, Elizabeth and her husband established the 501(c)(3) non-profit Tresp Family Arts Foundation, which funds the presentation, perpetuation, and propagation of performing arts events, including performances at regional non-profit theaters, small-town music festivals, and more.
An avid naturalist and outdoors enthusiast, Elizabeth works to acquire land to support the preservation of habitats to protect wildlife, preserve access, and promote environmental education through her 501(c)(3) non-profit Tresp Conservation Trust.
Earlier in her career, Elizabeth worked directly with disadvantaged youths through ChildHelp, and through local clinics, she has provided no-cost state and federal tax assistance to dozens of taxpayers.
Elizabeth consistently volunteers her time in the community, such as classroom volunteering in Solana Beach schools through the Solana Beach Schools Foundation. She is also a member of The Rancho Santa Fe Women's Fund and the Lawyers Club of San Diego. Additionally, Elizabeth volunteers in youth sports in Solana Beach and sponsors both the Solana Beach Little League team and the Solana Beach Soccer Club.
Achievements and Awards
Elizabeth Tresp is a highly respected Attorney by both her clients and her peers. Tresp Law has been nationally recognized by the SBA as a Women's Business Enterprise. For the past six consecutive years, Elizabeth has been awarded Super Lawyers Rising Star. Awarded by the San Diego Business Journal, Elizabeth is also an honoree of the 2021 Women of Influence in Law.
Practice areas
Estate Planning & Probate, Estate & Trust Litigation, Business/CorporateFocus areas
Business Formation and Planning, Contracts, Estate Planning, Probate & Estate Administration, Trusts, Will Contests, Wills
- 50% Estate Planning & Probate
- 30% Estate & Trust Litigation
- 20% Business/Corporate
First Admitted: 2013, California
Professional Webpage: https://www.tresplaw.com/about/
Bar / Professional Activity
- The State Bar of California, 2013
- Lawyers Club of San Diego
- Rancho Santa Fe Women's Fund
- United States District Court, Southern District of California
- United States Tax Court
- Member, Probate Attorneys of San Diego
- Member, San Diego County Bar Association
- The State Bar of Montana, 2023
- The State Bar of Wyoming, 2024
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Master of Laws in Tax, University of San Diego School of Law, 2013
- STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners)
Pro bono / Community Service
- Vice President, Board of Directors - North Coast Repertory Theatre
- Board Member, Santa Fe Christian Schools, Solana Beach
- Member, San Diego Women Leaders
- Sponsor, Solana Beach Little League team and the Solana Beach Soccer Club
- Volunteer, ChildHelp - worked directly with disadvantaged youth
- Volunteer, youth sports in Solana Beach
- Volunteer, Solana Beach schools through the Solana Beach Schools Foundation
Educational Background
- University of San Diego School of LawMaster of Laws (LLM), Tax Law/Taxation 2011-2012, 2011-2012
- BA at Middlesex University in London
Other Outstanding Achievements
- SBA Women's Business Enterprise recognition
Honors
- CALI Excellence for the Future AwardsFall 2011Criminal Tax Fraud, CALI Award - Criminal Tax Fraud, http://www2.cali.org/index.php?fuseaction=excellenceawards.ViewOneAward&awardid=1f50e820, 2011
- SBA Women's Business Enterprise Certification, https://www.sdbj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SDBJ-Women-of-Influence-in-Law-2025-The-List-Special-Report.pdf, 2025
- Honoree - Women of Influence in Law, San Diego Business Journal, https://www.allenmatkins.com/a/web/21354/Riley-SDBJ-Women-of-Influence-in-Law.pdf, 2021
- Super Lawyers Rising Star
- CALI Excellence for the Future AwardsFall 2011Taxation of Anti-Money Laundering, CALI Award - Taxation of Anti-Money Laundering, http://www2.cali.org/index.php?fuseaction=excellenceawards.ViewOneAward&awardid=1f52ebc0, 2011
Awards
Avvo Client's Choice Award: This award is granted to attorneys with at least 5 reviews with 4+ stars in a given year on Avvo.com
Office location for Elizabeth A. Tresp
2533 S Coast Hwy 101
Suite 210
Cardiff-by-the-sea, CA 92007
Phone: 858-398-9520
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2026
- Rising Stars: 2018 - 2023