Konstantine A Demiris
Demiris & MooreKonstantine "Kosta" Demiris is a partner at the law firm of Demiris & Moore, located in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek, in the center of Contra Costa County. His practice focuses on litigation involving elder abuse (financial and physical), will and trust litigation, conservatorships, guardianships, HOA's, and appeals. Kosta is actively involved in the Contra Costa County legal community. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Contra Costa County Bar Association's Elder Law Section. He serves as court-appointed counsel in Conservatorship cases in Contra Costa County. Kosta is dedicated to helping the elderly and giving back to the community through his work with Contra Costa Senior Legal Services. Kosta is actively involved in the Contra Costa County legal community. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Contra Costa County Bar Association's Elder Law Section. He serves as court-appointed counsel in Conservatorship cases in Contra Costa County. Kosta is dedicated to helping the elderly and giving back to the community through his work with Contra Costa Senior Legal Services. Kosta is a Delegate in the Conference of California Bar Associations, which is actively involved in helping to shape elder and civil law legislation. In 2015, he was elected President of the Board of Directors of the Contra Costa County Bar Association’s Barristers Section. He is also a proud member and volunteer with the Tri-Valley Cal Alumni Group.
- Santa Clara University
- J.D. (2005) | Law
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- The Demiris Law Firm, A Professional Corporation
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- Attorney specializing in civil litigation, elder law, conservatorships, and inheritance disputes as well as HOA matters.
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- Demiris & Moore
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- Barr & Barr
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- Deputy County Counsel
- County Counsel's Office
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- Telephonic Appearances and Your Practice
- Contra Costa Lawyer
- Fighting Financial Elder Abuse, 2016 MCLE Spectacular, Walnut Creek Marriot Hotel
- Contra Costa County Bar Association
- Panel discussion with Moderator Ken McCormick of George, Schofield & McCormick; and panelist Kendra Crenshaw of Contra Costa County Adult Protective Services; Jill Henderson of the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office; and Konstantine A. Demiris of Demiris and Moore on fighting financial elder abuse in both the civil and criminal arenas.
- Rising Star
- Super Lawyers
- Awarded "Rising Star" distinguished award from 2013-2016
- Mobility Matters
- Board of Directors
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- Activities: Promote awareness of issues involving seniors and dependent adults and transportation to those in need in the community.
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- Conference of California Bar Associations
- Delegate - Contra Costa County
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- Contra Costa County Bar Association - Elder Law Section
- Board of Directors
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- Contra Costa County Bar Association
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- State Bar of California # 240089
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- Contra Costa County Bar Association - Barristers Section
- President
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- California
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Free Consultation
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Credit Cards Accepted
Demiris & Moore accepts all major credit cards. - Contingent Fees
- Elder Law
- Probate
- Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
- Estate Planning
- Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
- Appeals & Appellate
- Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
- Conservatorships
- Will and Trust Litigation
- Trust Administrations
- HOAs
- English: Spoken, Written
- Greek: Spoken, Written
- Q. Can anyone submit a will for probate or do they have to be a family member of the person who died?
- A: If the question is in CA, then the answer is anyone can petition the court. That said, the terms of the will control (assuming it is valid and no other will exists).
- Q. Is there a way to get Power of Attorney removed from someone?
- A: If a person is a power of attorney or "agent" of the principal in California, then they are limited to acting in accordance with California law and the four-corners of the power of attorney. A power of attorney, in most cases, is not allowed to spend money on his/herself and is only allowed to spend money for the benefit of the principal. Some powers of attorney allow for reimbursement and/or payment of fees. You should contact a lawyer immediately if you have reason to believe that a person acting as a power of attorney is actually spending "way too much money" on herself, is spending money for any purpose other than for the benefit of the principal, or spending money contrary to what is stated in the POA.