Hot Take Thursday: One Estate Planning Decision That Becomes More Important as Your Family Grows
Welcome to Hot Take Thursday, our weekly series where we ask attorneys at Law Stein Anderson to weigh in on timely legal questions. For new parents and growing families, there are countless decisions to make…
Why Trust Administration Doesn’t Happen Overnight: Understanding the Process in California
It’s time for another Tuesday Tidbit from The Billable Bean. This week, BB is spilling the legal beans on probate—what the process actually involves, which assets may be subject to it, and why having a…
Partner Shauna Anderson Earns LL.M. in Taxation from Loyola Law School
Law Stein Anderson is proud to celebrate Partner Shauna R. Anderson’s achievement of earning her Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation from Loyola Law School. An advanced law degree focused on taxation, the LL.M. represents…
Hot Take Thursday: 5 Assumptions About Family Wealth Worth Rethinking
Welcome to Hot Take Thursday, our weekly series where we ask attorneys at Law Stein Anderson to weigh in on timely legal questions. When families think about passing down wealth, the conversation often centers on…
Partner Christine Allen Presents at First American on Unequal Inheritances and Disinheritance Planning
Law Stein Anderson Partner Christine M. Allen presented at First American Trust on one of estate planning’s more sensitive topics: unequal inheritances and disinheritance. Her presentation, Drafting Unequal Distributions to Children and Disinheritance Clauses: Tales…
Can You Change Your Trust After It’s Signed?
It’s time for another Tuesday Tidbit from The Billable Bean. This week, BB is spilling the legal beans on probate—what the process actually involves, which assets may be subject to it, and why having a…
Hot Take Thursday: Estate Planning Statements That Give Our Attorneys the Chills
Welcome to Hot Take Thursday, our weekly series where we ask attorneys at Law Stein Anderson to weigh in on timely legal questions. Some things are scary enough on their own. For estate planning attorneys,…
What Is a No-Contest Clause in a Will or Trust?
It’s time for another Tuesday Tidbit from The Billable Bean. This week, BB is spilling the legal beans on probate—what the process actually involves, which assets may be subject to it, and why having a…
Matt Stein Joins LACBA Presentation on Elder Abuse in Real Property Transactions
When real estate transactions raise red flags, understanding the legal implications can make all the difference. Law Stein Anderson, LLP’s Matthew G. Stein recently joined Hon. Elizabeth Feffer (Ret.) and Shawn M. Ogle as a…
Hot Take Thursday: When Parents Say Their Estate Planning Is Handled, What Should You Ask Next?
Welcome to Hot Take Thursday, our weekly series where we ask attorneys at Law Stein Anderson to weigh in on timely legal questions. “Don’t worry, we have everything handled.” For adult children, hearing those words…
What Assets Go Through Probate? Understanding What Happens to Your Property After Death
It’s time for another Tuesday Tidbit from The Billable Bean. This week, BB is spilling the legal beans on probate—what the process actually involves, which assets may be subject to it, and why having a…
Hot Take Thursday: What Makes Estate and Trust Administration More Complicated Than It Needs to Be?
Welcome to Hot Take Thursday, our weekly series where we ask attorneys at Law Stein Anderson to weigh in on timely legal questions. Administering an estate or trust after someone passes away can be a…
What Is Elder Financial Abuse? Understanding the Warning Signs and How to Protect Your Loved Ones
It’s time for another Tuesday Tidbit from The Billable Bean. This week, BB is spilling the legal beans on probate—what the process actually involves, which assets may be subject to it, and why having a…
Bryan K. Johnson Attends OCBA’s Annual Trusts & Estates Seminar
On October 7, 2026, Law Stein Anderson attorney Bryan K. Johnson attended the Orange County Bar Association’s (OCBA) Annual Trusts & Estates Seminar, held at the University Club in Irvine. Bryan currently serves as Chair…