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Santa Monica 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).
  • 2221 23rd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

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Joseph E. Deering Jr.
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McCathern, PLLC

4.6
44 Reviews
  • 233 Wilshire, Suite 720, Santa Monica, CA 90401+4 locations

  • Law Firm with 58 lawyers2 awards

  • Sharp Insights, Swift Resolution

  • Estate Planning LawyersConstruction Litigation, Corporate Services, and 22 more

Adam Mehr
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  • 2601 Ocean Park Boulevard, Suite 324, Santa Monica, CA 90405

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers1 award

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Marc Bronstein
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Stone & Sallus LLP

5.0
17 Reviews
  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

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Jason M. Stone
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Downs Law

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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law Contracts, Prenuptial Agreements, and 7 more

Chris Downs
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John J. Jamgotchian

4.6
4 Reviews
  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Taking care of your business is our... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Law, Commercial and Civil Litigation, and 51 more

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John J. Jamgotchian Esq.
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Czech & Howell, APC

4.0
20 Reviews
  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • With over 30 years of collective... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Litigation, Personal Injury, and 29 more

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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 21 lawyers2 awards

  • Established in 1981 by the dynamic... Read More

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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers1 award

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Robert K. Butterfield
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Rich & Chappell

4.9
3 Reviews
  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

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Alan Richard Chappell
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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 17 lawyers2 awards

  • Preserving Your Legacy

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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

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Solis Cooperson
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Olson Law Firm

4.7
26 Reviews
  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Experienced Real Estate, Business... Read More

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Shawn M. Olson
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Brown & Streza, LLP

4.7
57 Reviews
  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 28 lawyers2 awards

  • Integrated estate, business, and... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersCorporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions, and 27 more

  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

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Wendy E. Hartmann
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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers1 award

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

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Drorit Raiter
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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 16 lawyers2 awards

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Shadi Shayan
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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers4 awards

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Stephen Sirota
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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers

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  • Estate Planning LawyersElder Law, Beneficiary Representation, and 3 more

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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

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John Iaccarino
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Alkana Law

4.5
31 Reviews
  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers3 awards

  • Experienced Pasadena Attorneys... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Law, Business Litigation, and 7 more

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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

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L. Dominic Chacon

5.0
2 Reviews
  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • We are a firm that focuses on... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersDivorce, Child Custody, and 60 more

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L. Dominic Chacon
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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 11 lawyers2 awards

  • Thompson & Colegate LLP traces its... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersCivil Litigation, Trial Practice, and 29 more

Derek Diemer
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Stone | Dean LLP

5.0
1 Review
  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers1 award

  • Stone | Dean is a full service law... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Litigation, General Civil Litigation, and 9 more

Jeffrey Eliot Karpel
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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 27 lawyers1 award

  • We are a business and entertainment... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersAppellate, Corporate Governance, and 5 more

William Lalor
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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 7 lawyers2 awards

  • Highly skilled attorneys with... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate & Trust Administration, Probate & Trust Litigation, and 2 more

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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers1 award

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  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate, Business Law, and 17 more

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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Get the benefit of years of family... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 42 more

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Thomas Barnes
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  • Serving Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles County, California

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers1 award

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Estate planning attorneys help individuals prepare for the management and distribution of their assets after death or incapacitation. They create legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Their work ensures a client’s wishes are honored, minimizes potential taxes, and simplifies the process for their loved ones.

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Commonly Asked Estate Planning Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

What law in a living trust requires property evaluation every three years?

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Answered by attorney Tres Andrew Porter (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at The Law Offices of Tres A. Porter
I am unaware of any law, but it well could be a requirement under the terms of the trust. You should consult with an attorney and review the trust itself.
I am unaware of any law, but it well could be a requirement under the terms of the trust. You should consult with an attorney and review the trust itself.
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How does one go about doing a quit claim deeds?

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Answered by attorney James G Maguire (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at James G. Maguire
Since your mother is a co-owner of the property, you would have to open her succession to deal with her ownership interest.
Since your mother is a co-owner of the property, you would have to open her succession to deal with her ownership interest.

Do I use my name and my social security number in order to proceed with the online application?

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Answered by attorney James P Frederick (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Frederick & Frederick Attorneys at Law
You cannot use the original grantor's social security number if he/she is deceased. Your number would not be associated personally with the trust. Make sure you follow the instructions for completing the form.
You cannot use the original grantor's social security number if he/she is deceased. Your number would not be associated personally with the trust. Make sure you follow the instructions for completing the form.
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