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The Legacy Lawyers, P.C. Pro

3.2
9 reviews

21515 Hawthorne Boulevard, Suite 150, Torrance, CA 90503, U.S.A.

Administration, Conservatorship, Guardianship and 16 more

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About The Legacy Lawyers, P.C.

Over 20 Years Experience handling a wide range of cases from challenging the validity of multi-million dollar trusts to releasing seniors from inappropriate conservatorships.

Solving the Most Intricate Will, Trust, Estate and Probate Questions

We are people with various natural talents, strengths, and weaknesses. But when we combine our characteristics, education, and experience, we become a force.

This isn’t about probate attorneys, however, it’s about you and your family. It's about finding attorneys who take the time to understand what you've gone through, who you are as a person, and the legal goals you’d like to achieve. We understand that trust isn't earned by résumé-puffing. It is something that happens through regular contact and good experiences. Give us an opportunity to earn your trust.

 

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Trusts and Estates
Posted by Scott
October 13, 2025
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I have the highest praise for Michael Godbe and everyone at The Legacy Lawyers. After going through a very difficult few years and contacting many firms for help with a trust matter, I finally found a team that truly cared. Michael was tenacious, thorough, and compassionate. He kept me informed every step of the way and always asked the right questions to keep things moving forward when things looked uncertain. His professionalism and understanding gave me real confidence during an incredibly stressful time. The entire staff at The Legacy Lawyers treated me with kindness and respect while delivering top-notch legal work. I am truly grateful for everything they’ve done. If you ever need help with a trust or will issue, look no further — The Legacy Lawyers is the firm you want, and Michael Godbe is the attorney you need. You will be in the best hands possible!

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by Susie
June 30, 2024
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Dominic STANDS OUT. Because he not only OBVIOUSLY has knowledge but just as important, HE KNOWS HOW TO USE IT! He demonstrated that ability with us by being a great listener. Listening is an extremely important skill. Without it, you CANNOT help someone. Listen (Verb) Def: Listening IS NOT looking at the speaker with glazed eyes, nodding the head, and all the time trying to figure out how to rewire your basement! Two things happened because Dominic really listened: 1) He GRASPED where we were coming from. Sometimes we can get on the wrong train and Dominic, because he listens, can HEAR that and very diplomatically helped us to get off that train and get on another. He helped us re-program quickly, making us productive. 2) He helped us to PINPOINT what do we want, what do we expect. Then he directed us into reality. What is really possible. All of this adds up to the conclusion we have come to about Dominic: There's a heart behind that knowledge. That's called respect.

 
Wills and Probate
Posted by Yvonne
June 22, 2025
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Legacy Lawyers has handled our case for 7 months, costing over $16,000 with little to no results. They've made repeated errors, including incorrect names, and charge us to fix their own mistakes. Even with the opposing party accepting terms, there's been no progress. Do your research before hiring a lawyer—some prioritize billing over their clients.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Trusts and Estates 9
    • Conservatorship
    • Guardianship
    • Trust Administration
    • Trust Contests
    • Estate Planning
    • Qualified Personal Residence Trust
    • Dynasty Trusts
    • Living Trusts
    • Power of Attorney
  • Wills and Probate 2
    • Probate Administration
    • Will Contests
  • Litigation
  • Elder Law 1
    • Elder Abuse
  • Other 6
    • Administration
    • Trustee Removal
    • Trustee Defense
    • Trust Accounting Disputes
    • Beneficiary Rights
    • Executor of a Will

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