Rosa M. Hawk, CEPLS*
Attorney at Law
Rosa M. Hawk (formerly Rosa M. Marquez) is a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law, recognized by the State Bar of California for her excellence and depth of knowledge in helping families plan for the future. Serving clients across Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, she combines technical expertise with a heartfelt commitment to guiding individuals and families through life’s most personal legal matters.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Rosa is passionate about expanding access to quality legal representation for the region’s diverse communities. She has dedicated much of her career to helping Spanish-speaking families understand their rights and options in estate planning and probate, ensuring their wishes are honored and their loved ones protected. Her approach is compassionate and comprehensive—tailored to each client’s unique situation and grounded in trust, understanding, and respect.
Rosa’s practice spans Estate Planning, Trusts, Special Needs Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Advance Health Care Directives, Conservatorships, and Probate. Whether drafting a plan for future generations or guiding a family through the loss of a loved one, she provides steady counsel and clarity during times of uncertainty.
A graduate of California Southern Law School and Occidental College, Rosa has also served as a Board Member for the Inland Empire Latino Lawyers Association, where she worked to expand legal access and mentorship opportunities within the community. Her dedication to service and advocacy continues to shape her work as she helps families take the first step toward peace of mind and lasting security.
*Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law by The State Bar of California.
Areas of Practice
- Probate
- Estate Planning
- Wills and Trusts
- Conservatorships
- Special Needs Trusts
- Fiduciary Accountings
Education
- Juris Doctor, California Southern Law School, Riverside, CA, 2016
- Bachelor of Arts, Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA, 1996
Bar and Court Admissions
- State Bar of California, 2016
Languages
- English
- Spanish
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Whether you are a spouse, a parent, or an adult child, we all know that even the most joyous of lives have challenges – including protecting your children in the event of a disaster, organizing your affairs and ensuring your beneficiaries’ well-being, caring for elderly or disabled family members, or settling an estate after the death of a loved one, we’re here to assist you every step of the way.
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With office locations throughout Southern California, Sandoval Legacy Group, a division of Holstrom, Block & Parke, offers comprehensive and personalized estate planning, special needs planning, trust administration, probate, and conservatorships expert services in Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Orange County, San Diego County, and Los Angeles County.
Why Choose Us?
Estate Planning
A comprehensive approach to estate planning that preserves your family’s legacy and wealth based on your individual circumstances.
Elder Law
Prepare for the unexpected by obtaining a medical power of attorney, healthcare directives, and eldercare options.
Probate
Please contact us if you need representation in probate court, or if you wish to avoid probate court altogether. Incorporating probate avoidance strategies into your overall estate plan is one of the greatest gifts you can leave your loved ones.
Special Needs Trusts
In addition to being members of the Special Needs Alliance and the Academy of Special Needs Planners, our law firm can also advise you regarding the intricacies of administering a Special Needs Trust.