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Lake Forest Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).
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Lake Forest Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Divorce can be a difficult time in one’s life, but it can be made more manageable and affordable with the right guidance and support. William M. Hulsy will stand up for you and... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersFamily Law, Adoption, and 31 more

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William Hulsy
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Paul H. Miller

5.0
1 Review
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Law, California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. AV Rated with 35 years experience in the Los Angeles and Orange... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersEstate Planning, Probate, and 5 more

Paul H. Miller
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Cumming & Associates

5.0
73 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers

  • Representing clients locally, statewide and nationally since 2008.

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersCorporate Transactional, Advise and Create all Types of Business Entities, and 35 more

William R. Cumming
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Messina & Hankin LLP

5.0
22 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Messina & Hankin LLP provides effective legal counsel throughout California. Located in Murrieta, our firm skillfully handles Business Law, Business Formation and Business... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersGeneral Business Litigation, Representation of Clients before Federal, State and Local Government Agencies, and 85 more

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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers1 award

  • The law firm of Curtis & Burnight has a long history of providing professional legal services to the greater Long Beach community. The firm provides a variety of general civil... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersCivil Litigation, Corporate Law, and 11 more

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L. Dominic Chacon

5.0
2 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • We are a firm that focuses on Family and Criminal defense. You will work with Mr. Chacon personally. Located in West Covina and handle cases at all courts in L.A., Orange,... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersDivorce, Child Custody, and 60 more

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L. Dominic Chacon
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Varner & Brandt LLP

4.6
51 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 28 lawyers2 awards

  • With legal roots in Southern California since 1873, Varner & Brandt utilizes the deep relationships developed in the communities we serve to anticipate the needs and opportunities... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersCorporate and Business, Mergers and Acquisitions, and 5 more

  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Specializing in Trusts, Wills, Estate Planning, Tax & Estate Controversies, Probate, Conservatorships and Real Estate transaction since 1980

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersEstate Planning, Wills, and 2 more

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Daniel J. Cooper
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Basecamp Legal

5.0
36 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Quality legal solutions for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. We handle contracts, trademarks, outside general counsel, and entity formation. Let us worry about the... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersBusiness Law, Small Business Law, and 40 more

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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers3 awards

  • Top Ranked California Trust and Probate dispute lawyers, led by Super Lawyers rated attorney Max Alavi, fighting for beneficiaries and families in high value estate cases, with... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersProbate Litigation, Trust Litigation, and 2 more

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Reif Law Group, P.C.

4.8
51 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers3 awards

  • Securities Litigation and Arbitration. Representing Financial Institutions, such as banks, investment advisory firms, brokerage firms, insurance agencies, and securities licensed... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersSecurities Arbitration and Litigation, SEC and SRO Enforcement, and 14 more

Beverly Bickel
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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 11 lawyers2 awards

  • Thompson & Colegate LLP traces its history to 1915 when the firm was known as Craig, Sarau & Thompson. These partners took office space in downtown Riverside, California. In 1916,... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersCivil Litigation, Trial Practice, and 29 more

Derek Diemer
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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers1 award

  • Firm Focus on Employee Benefits Law.

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersClosely Held Business Law, Closely Held Business Estate Planning, and 41 more

Robert K. Butterfield
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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers4 awards

  • Heiting & Irwin handles all personal injury & workers' comp cases throughout Southern California. Est. 1976, AV Rated and have recovered over $300 Million in verdicts and... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersPersonal Injury, Accidents, and 160 more

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Joshua J. Cates
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Cummins & White, LLP

4.9
12 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 18 lawyers3 awards

  • Recognized as one of California's premier business transaction, business litigation and insurance defense law firms.

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersCivil Law, Complex Litigation, and 15 more

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  • Offers Video

  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Our Focus Is On Family Law – And You.

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody, and 14 more

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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers

  • We focus our practice exclusively on trust and probate litigation, seeking to defend your loved one’s legacy while protecting your interests. If your loved one’s legacy is at... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersTrust Litigation, Probate With a Will, and 12 more

David J. Hallstrom Esq.
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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 30 lawyers4 awards

  • SBEMP LLP is a full service law firm with offices in Palm Springs, Orange County, San Diego, New Jersey, and New York.

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersCivil Litigation, Employment Litigation, and 19 more

  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • If you have questions about establishing an Estate Plan or need help regarding a Business, Civil, Criminal, Entertainment Law or Family Law legal issue call Attorney Sharla Evert -... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersEstate Planning, Wills and Probate, and 22 more

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Sharla Evert
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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • We are a boutique law firm serving Southern California with the skill and experience to achieve successful results in litigation relating to probate issues, trust administration,... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersTrusts & Estates Litigation, Probate Appellate Law, and 12 more

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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 26 lawyers3 awards

  • At Holstrom, Block & Parke, a Professional Law Corporation, our lawyers are committed to one thing: Securing the greatest possible outcome for you. Our results-oriented approach is... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersFamily Law, Estate Planning and Probate, and 2 more

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Olson Law Firm

4.7
26 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Experienced Real Estate, Business Litigation, and Collections Law Firm; Reasonable Rates. Our Attorney is also a Licensed Real Estate Broker. Call 866-755-1959 for a Free and... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersReal Estate, General Litigation, and 287 more

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Shawn M. Olson
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Minyard Morris, LLP

4.9
73 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 17 lawyers3 awards

  • At Minyard Morris, our 20 family law attorneys specialize in handling both conventional and high net worth family law cases. We limit our practice to family law matters filed in... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersPractice Limited To Family Law Litigation, Mediation, and 18 more

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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 58 lawyers4 awards

  • We are an entrepreneurial law firm that tackles tough questions head-on. We are built by business owners, for business owners. Bold, practical solutions from 80+ attorneys across... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersAdministrative Law, Artificial Intelligence, and 20 more

  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 8 lawyers2 awards

  • Monteleone & McCrory is a boutique construction law firm, with a national reputation in the industry, that also handles commercial and business litigation, headquartered in... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersConstruction Law, Construction Litigation, and 7 more

Philip C. Putnam
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  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • Baker & Baker A Professional Corporation provides effective legal counsel throughout Orange County. Located in Santa Ana, our firm skillfully handles Business Law, Real Estate,... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersBusiness Law, Real Estate, and 8 more

Paige M. Baker
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Zeus Law Firm, APC

5.0
6 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • When bad luck strikes, Zeus Law has your back!

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersTrust Estates, Probate, and 1 more

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Andrew Behjatnia
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Czech & Howell, APC

4.0
20 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • With over 30 years of collective experience practicing law, our lawyers provide creative, cost-effective, and ethical solutions to meet the goals of each client. Call us today for... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersBusiness Litigation, Personal Injury, and 29 more

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Jeffery J. Czech
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Philo Law Firm PC

4.8
30 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Philo Law Firm, P.C. represents clients with estate planning, trusts, estates, probate, conservatorships, throughout Southern California.

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersBusiness Law, Small Business Law, and 13 more

  • Free Consultation

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Michelle Philo
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The DLJ Law Firm

5.0
15 Reviews
  • Serving Lake Forest, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • Welcome to The DLJ Law Firm, P.C., a trusted name in the legal industry. Led by Mr. Jackson, a renowned legal professional, our firm has earned a stellar reputation for delivering... Read More

  • Trusts and Estates LawyersProbate, Estate Planning, and 2 more

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Dorian L. Jackson Esq.
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Trusts and estates lawyers specialize in managing and transferring a person's assets. This field overlaps with estate planning but often involves more complex, high-value estates and the administration of trusts or the probate of wills after a person's death. They ensure assets are protected, tax burdens are minimized, and beneficiaries receive their inheritance as intended.

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Central Justice Center 700 Civic Center Drive West Santa Ana, CA 92701

About our Trusts Lawyers Ratings

The average lawyer rating is created by peers based on legal expertise, ethical standards, quality of service, and relationship skills. Recommendations are made by real clients.

CLIENT RECOMMENDED
77 %

236 Client Reviews

PEER REVIEWS
4.8

731 Peer Reviews