Arthur E. Rothrock
Top rated Estate & Trust Litigation attorney in San Jose, California
Rothrock Legal
Practice areas: Estate & Trust Litigation, Civil Litigation; view more
Licensed in California since: 2016
Education: Santa Clara University School of Law
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The founder of Rothrock Legal, based in San Jose, California, Arthur E. Rothrock offers legal services to clients in estate and trust litigation and civil litigation. His practice focuses on resolving complex legal disputes through strategic analysis, careful preparation and effective advocacy. As an attorney serving clients in Silicon Valley and beyond, he brings a detail-oriented approach to navigating challenging legal matters and pursuing favorable outcomes for those he represents.
Admitted to practice law in California in 2016, Mr. Rothrock has developed a practice centered on litigation and dispute resolution. His work in estate and trust litigation involves disputes concerning estates, trusts and related legal matters, while his civil litigation practice addresses a range of contested issues requiring thorough legal analysis and representation.
Mr. Rothrock earned his Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. His academic background provides a foundation for examining complex information, evaluating competing perspectives and developing well-reasoned legal arguments.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Rothrock maintains an active role in the legal community through professional organizations and leadership initiatives. He serves as vice chair of the American Bar Association Artificial Intelligence and Robotics National Institute, a position he has held since 2026. His involvement in this national initiative reflects his engagement with emerging issues at the intersection of law and technology. He also serves as an alumni ambassador for Santa Clara University School of Law, supporting connections within the law school's alumni community.
Mr. Rothrock's professional affiliations include the American Bar Association, the Honorable William A. Ingram American Inn of Court, the Santa Clara County Bar Association, the Silicon Valley Bar Association and the Bar Association of San Francisco.
Practice areas
Estate & Trust Litigation, Civil Litigation: Plaintiff, Civil Litigation: DefenseFocus areas
Will Contests
- 80% Estate & Trust Litigation
- 10% Civil Litigation: Plaintiff
- 10% Civil Litigation: Defense
First Admitted: 2016, California
Professional Webpage: https://www.rothrocklegal.com/attorneys/arthur-rothrock/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Vice Chair, American Bar Association Artificial Intelligence and Robotics National Institute, 2026 – present
- California
- Alumni Ambassador, Santa Clara University School of Law, 2026
- Member: American Bar Association; Silicon Valley Bar Association; Santa Clara County Bar Association; Bar Association of San Francisco, 2026
- Barrister, Honorable William A. Ingram American Inn of Court., 2026
- Planning Committee Member, American Bar Association Artificial Intelligence and Robotics National Institute, 2024 – 2026
Educational Background
- B.A., History, Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Article on competence, confidentiality, and client consent when lawyers use AI, in the Contra Costa Lawyer's artificial intelligence issue., Author, AI in Your Practice: Competence, Confidentiality, Client Consent, Contra Costa Lawyer, May 2026, 2026
- Guest lecture on AI in legal practice at Berkeley Law., Guest Speaker, The Future of Law: A.I. Insights for Legal Practice, UC Berkeley School of Law, Berkeley Center for Law & Technology, 2024
- Panel moderator at the ABA Artificial Intelligence and Robotics National Institute in Santa Clara., Moderator, AI Document Generation in Action: Real-World Strategies from Leading Legal Tech Platforms, American Bar Association Artificial Intelligence and Robotics National Institute, 2025
- Technology MCLE program on practical applications and potential pitfalls of AI for lawyers., Speaker, The Lawyer's Survival Guide to the AI Revolution: Practical Applications and Potential Pitfalls, Monterey County Bar Association, 2025
- MCLE webinar on how lawyers can use AI responsibly., Presenter, The Lawyer's Survival Guide to the AI Revolution, Silicon Valley Bar Association, 2025
- One-hour technology MCLE program on how lawyers can use AI responsibly., Presenter, The Lawyer's Survival Guide to the AI Revolution, CEB (Continuing Education of the Bar), 2025
- Program on practical uses of AI for attorneys, presented to the Santa Clara County Bar Association in San Jose., Speaker, Wine & AI: Practical AI for Attorneys, Santa Clara County Bar Association, 2026
Honors
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, Litigation – Trusts and Estates, 2024 – 2027
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, Commercial Litigation, 2024 – 2027
- Super Lawyers® Rising Stars Northern California, 2020 – 2026
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2020 - 2026