Marina del Rey Estate Planning Lawyers

Jacqueline has nineteen years of experience in environmental law, land use, governmental relations, estate planning and real estate law. She has extensive trial experience including a recent construction defect award in excess of 1.2 million dollars. As an attorney for the City of San Diego, Jacqueline gained significant experience in all phases of project development from land acquisition, conceptual and environmental development, permit acquisition through construction completion and dispute resolution. Her emphasis included land development, compliance with CEQA and NEPA, and all aspects of private and public project development. Jacqueline advised on numerous high profile projects including development, construction and...

We are dedicated to serving our clients to the best of our abilities, providing service that is second to none. We take the time to listen closely to the goals and concerns of each client. No two clients are the same. It is our goal to provide unique solutions for every client we serve, putting our knowledge and experience to work for their benefit. Our goal is to protect you, your children, your assets, and your business throughout the San Diego and Orange County area. Our primary office is located in Carlsbad, California. We proudly serve individuals, families and business owners...

Scott P. Schomer is a highly respected estate planning and probate attorney with more than 30 years of experience helping families and fiduciaries navigate the legal and financial complexities of wills, trusts, and inheritance in California. Based in El Segundo, he serves clients throughout the South Bay and Westside communities, including Santa Monica, Torrance, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, and Long Beach. A Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, Scott’s practice includes estate plans for high-net-worth individuals, trust and estate administration, probate litigation, and elder law issues....

I am an associate in Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP's Taxation, Trusts & Estates Department, where I focus my practice on estate planning. During my time in law school, I had the privilege of serving as a judicial extern for the Hon. Kim M. Wardlaw on the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and for the Hon. Rozella A. Oliver of the Central District of California. I was actively involved in academic publishing as a staff editor for the UCI Law Journal of International, Transnational, and Comparative Law. Additionally, I held the position of Vice President of Outlaw,...

I serve as Of Counsel in the Taxation, Trusts & Estates department at Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP, where I focus on devising creative and practical solutions to complex tax issues. In my practice, I regularly advise both individuals and business entities on a broad array of tax-related matters. These include M&A transactions, financing, internal corporate restructurings, Section 1031 exchanges, and deferred compensation. Additionally, I design and implement strategies for tax-efficient estate planning, wealth transfer, and business succession that cater to the needs of individuals, families, and executives across the wealth spectrum. Originally from Iowa, I now enjoy the California lifestyle,...

About Sternberg Law Group Sternberg Law Group is a California-based law firm committed to helping individuals and families through some of life’s most challenging legal situations. With core practice areas in bankruptcy, foreclosure prevention, estate planning, and probate, we offer strategic, personalized solutions designed to protect our clients' financial futures and family legacies. We understand that legal issues involving debt or the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming. That’s why we take a compassionate, client-first approach—ensuring every person we serve receives clear guidance, responsive communication, and strong legal advocacy tailored to their unique circumstances. Whether you're facing overwhelming debt, trying to...

Cathyana Jean-Baptiste is a partner at The Law Offices of CJ Baptiste, where she leads the private wealth practice with a dedication to building legacies. Her services for individuals include securing future generations by drafting wills, revocable trusts, power of attorneys, and advance health care directives, as well as maximizing benefits for loved ones by scrutinizing state and federal tax concerns. She also handles IRS and state tax collection matters, which include penalty reductions and settlement negotiations. In addition, Cathyana has expertise in forming business entities such as Close Wyoming LLCs, partnerships, and sole proprietorships. Cathyana assists businesses with tax planning...

The definition of "Perfect Estate Planning" is when the check for one's funeral bounces. Most people never achieve perfection. That's where estate planning comes in. As a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law and a sole practitioner for 40 years, I focus primarily on the preparation of wills/trusts/other docs for people with significant accumulated net worth. Under our current tax system, most planning for my clients involves the avoidance of probate and the reduction in post-death income, estate and generation skipping taxes. A fair part of my practice is devoted to post-mortem uncontested probates and trust administration...

I am an associate in the Taxation, Trusts & Estates Department at Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP (JMBM). My practice is centered around estate planning, trust and estate administration, and probate matters. I provide guidance to clients on advanced estate planning strategies aimed at reducing estate and gift tax liabilities and facilitating the seamless transfer of wealth across generations. I develop comprehensive estate plans for a diverse range of clients, from those with modest estates to high-net-worth individuals, including those requiring special planning considerations. Additionally, I represent professional fiduciaries and beneficiaries in trust administration and have experience in managing both...

I am an estate planning attorney based in Los Angeles, serving clients across California. I develop comprehensive estate plans that protect families, preserve wealth, and avoid unnecessary court involvement. My practice includes revocable living trusts, wills, incapacity planning, asset protection strategies, probate avoidance, business succession planning, and guardianship provisions for minor children. My approach balances legal precision with real-world clarity—so clients not only have strong documents, but a plan that actually works when it matters most. I work best with individuals and families in California who need a living trust, will, or power of attorney—especially after major life changes like buying...

Since 2011, I have been dedicated to practicing in the areas of Family Law, Estate Planning, and Probate. I am a fervent advocate for my clients, always striving to achieve the most favorable outcomes for them. I am actively involved in the legal community as a member of the Pasadena Bar Association, Los Angeles County Bar Association, and the Beverly Hills Bar Association.

Reed H. Olmstead focuses his practice on helping individuals and families across California plan for the future and achieve peace of mind. He works closely with clients to create clear, comprehensive estate plans — including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives — that protect loved ones and preserve assets. He also assists clients facing financial challenges, guiding them through the bankruptcy process to obtain relief from overwhelming debt. With over fifteen years of experience, Reed has represented individuals, families, businesses, creditors, and trustees in bankruptcy matters. Today, his practice is centered on estate planning and efficient bankruptcy filings,...

Attorney Oliver Morrison specializes in conservatorship, fiduciary duties, trust and estate administration, and litigation, representing banks, trust companies, private fiduciaries, and individuals both in and out of court. His expertise includes estate planning, trust and estate administration, trust and estate litigation, conservatorships, and real estate property legal matters. Oliver was admitted to the State Bar of California in 2007. He earned his Juris Doctor from Southwestern School of Law in 2007 and his Bachelor of Arts from Pomona College in 2002. He is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Pasadena Bar Association, and South Bay Bar Association, where...

Tisha Morris, Esq. is the founder of Legacy Arts Law PC, dedicated to helping artists and creatives build and protect their legacies in entertainment and publishing. Tisha is a bestselling nonfiction author and the host of The Entertainment Business Podcast, where the creative life meets the business of entertainment, turning dreams into reality. As a Nashville, Tennessee native, Tisha began her legal career with two federal judicial clerkships before practicing law for over two decades. She also earned a fine arts degree in interior design and built a successful feng shui design practice, which led her to Los Angeles as a...