Christmas Tree Hill in Corte Madera rises above Tamalpais Drive with stairway lanes, narrow hillside roads, and Bay views. Early 20th-century cabin lots and the historic “Christmas tree” lighting tradition shaped its steep, walkable micro-neighborhood. Coordinates: approximately 37.9266° N, 122.5169° W (Google Maps). Estimated population: about 1,000–1,200 residents.
Nearby landmarks and services include Corte Madera Town Hall, Corte Madera Fire Station 13, MarinHealth Medical Center (nearby in Greenbrae), Corte Madera Library, Menke Park, Town Park, The Village at Corte Madera, Marin Country Mart, and Ring Mountain Open Space Preserve. Access runs via Tamalpais Dr., Summit Dr., and hillside steps.
Law Office of Matthew W. Harris tailors estate plans for hillside homeowners, duplex and ADU owners, and small service businesses on Tamalpais/Willow corridors. We prepare trusts addressing wildfire risk, slope-related rebuilding clauses, insurance coordination, and titling for homes with easements and shared stair access.
Climate considerations include PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs, wildfire smoke seasons, and heavy-rain erosion. We incorporate backup fiduciary provisions, remote-notarization options where permitted, digital vaults, and disaster-recovery checklists aligned with Marin County emergency protocols and Corte Madera municipal codes.
We serve adjacent neighborhoods—Chapman Park, Park Madera, and Madera Gardens—with probate avoidance plans, beneficiary updates, and business succession for local retailers and contractors. We’re compliant with California Probate Code, Marin County recording standards, and local transfer tax requirements.
Our office uses e-signature where lawful, recycled paper for required print sets, secure client portals, and supports local open space groups. Contact the Law Office of Matthew W. Harris for estate planning in Christmas Tree Hill.