Our Legal Staff
Our Team of Experts
Attorneys
Kevin G. Staker
Managing Partner
Kevin received his Juris Doctor from the University of Utah College of Law and his LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law. He is one of the few attorneys in California certified as a specialist in both Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law and also Taxation Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. He is also a 2026 "Superlawyer".
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Antonio Rodriguez
Firm Partner
Antonio brings years of trusted experience in California estate planning and is fluent in Spanish, allowing him to serve clients and families in the language they're most comfortable in. He is in the final stages of being certified as a Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.
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Barbara H. Obradovic
Associate Attorney
Barbara recently passed the California State Bar Exam and brings over 20 years of experience as a paralegal. She practices in probates, estate planning, trust administration, conservatorships, and Medi-Cal planning.
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Elyce Davis
Associate Attorney
We're excited to welcome Elyce to the firm. She brings over a decade of experience as an estate and trust paralegal to her work now as an attorney, focusing on estate planning, trust administration, and probate. A Ventura County native, she lives with her husband and son and enjoys concerts and sporting events.
Our Staff
Rebecca Horton
Senior Paralegal
Rebecca has been with the firm for substantially all of its existence and practices across every area of our work, bringing outstanding expertise and experience to every matter she touches.
Catherine Thommes
Assistant Office Manager and Paralegal
Catherine has been with the office for over twenty years and is our fixer — the person who makes sure everything runs smoothly.
Jaymee Jenkins
Paralegal
One of our most experienced paralegals, Jaymee handles everything from estate planning and trust administration to conservatorships, probates, and Medi-Cal planning. An avid reader — if you've read a book, chances are she has too.
Sara Hayes
Paralegal
Sara handles estate planning, trust administration, conservatorships, probates, and Medi-Cal planning, and brightens up everyone's day.
Taylor Millott
Paralegal
Taylor works in estate planning and trust administration. She's irresistibly likable — just look at that smile.
Yesenia Alvarez
Office Manager and Bookkeeper
Yesenia is fluent in Spanish (habla español) and keeps the office running smoothly behind the scenes.
Leticia Izaguirre
Client Relations
Leticia is often the first voice you'll hear when you call, and she's fluent in Spanish — always warm, always ready to help.
Marielena Soriano
Estate Planning Paralegal
Marielena specializes in estate planning and is fluent in Spanish. You will find her absolutely delightful.
We’re pleased to announce that as of January 2026, Staker|Johnson Law Corp is now operating as Staker|Rodriguez Law LLP. Our firm partner, Antonio Rodriguez, brings years of trusted experience in California estate planning. Please note that Brandon Johnson is no longer with our firm, but you may still contact him at +1-805-419-9354 or bjohnson@gibbsgiden.com
Services We Offer
Bring Peace of Mind to You and Your Loved Ones
Staker|Rodriguez Law LLP is a tax and estate planning attorney firm providing services for living trusts, probate and trust administration.
