Certified Specialist by The California State Bar
The California State Bar certifies attorneys as specialists who have exceeded the standard licensing requirements. The program provides a method for attorneys to earn the designation of certified specialists in particular areas of law to increases public protection and encourage attorney competence. Such areas include estate planning, trust administration, and probate administration. The program pioneered a groundbreaking approach in the United States and served as a blueprint for similar initiatives in other states for certifying legal specialists.
The general requirements to become a certified specialist include:
- Passing an examination in the legal specialty area
- Having practiced law continuously for at least five years, spending at least 25 percent of the time dedicated to the specialty area
- Completion of continuing education in the specialty area greater than that required of general licensees of the State Bar
- Extensive and diverse expertise in the specialized field by successfully handling various cases and matters within that area
- Positive assessments from fellow attorneys and judges acquainted with the lawyer’s expertise in the specific field of law
Our Certified Specialists in Estate Planning, Trust Administration, & Probate
An achievement less than 1% of California estate planning attorneys have accomplished.
Shauna R. Anderson, Esq.
Shauna R. Anderson, a Partner at Law Stein Anderson, is a tenacious advocate for her clients. She is a Certified Specialist estate planning, trust administration, and probate administration. For over a decade, her legal career has focused on protecting individuals in the event of incapacity and helping navigate wealth transfers from generation to generation.
David M. Huynh, Esq.
David Huynh is a dedicated attorney specializing in estate planning, trusts, and probate law. Certified by the State Bar of California as a certified specialist in this field, he brings extensive experience and a client-focused approach to his practice. Throughout his career, David has successfully guided clients through complex legal matters, including high-net-worth estate planning and contentious trust and probate litigation.
