By Shauna R. Anderson, Partner at Law Stein Anderson Reflections on raising children, practicing law, and why caring matters. There was a season when I carried a worry I didn’t say out loud: that becoming a mom might change the way people saw me professionally. I loved the work and loved the idea of building a family, and I wasn’t sure how those two…
IRVINE, Calif. — April 29, 2026 — Law Stein Anderson, LLP (LSA) recently opened its doors to welcome members of the Tax Law Society student group from Chapman University Fowler School of Law. They joined the firm for an immersive office visit to bridge classroom theory with the professional practice of law. The student visit included a tour of the firm’s Irvine office, followed by a luncheon presentation exploring how tax law intersects with…
MISSION VIEJO, Calif. — April 23, 2026 — Bryan K. Johnson, Senior Associate at Law Stein Anderson, LLP, recently led an Estate Planning Fundamentals workshop for older adults at the Norman P. Murray Senior Center in Mission Viejo. The session comes at a time when older adults are often targeted by misleading financial tactics online, underscoring the need…
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — April 21, 2026 — Law Stein Anderson Partner Christine M. Allen, Esq. served as a featured panelist at She Builds Capital, a dynamic forum hosted by OC Forum that brought together leaders across industries for a candid conversation on building financial confidence and understanding today’s complex economy. Allen joined a distinguished panel of speakers, including Natasha Mata, Senior Vice President and Regional Bank Executive at…
By R. Zebulon Law and Matthew G. Stein Brian Walshe made headlines recently after being convicted of murdering his wife, Ana, in part because of the search terms he had entered on Google. The police discovered that his searches included “dismemberment” and “best ways to dispose of a body.” We assume he never Googled “how to erase my search history.” Instead…
This week, partner Matthew Stein was interviewed by Shoutout LA magazine, where he reflects on the values that guide Law Stein Anderson’s growth, the importance of building a strong team, and the people who inspire him. For Matthew, building the right culture goes beyond professional development. He explains that it’s about creating a space where attorneys can grow with confidence, take on meaningful responsibility, and thrive while…
Irvine, Calif. — For partner Matthew Stein, trust and estate disputes are never just about legal paperwork and financial stakes. They are deeply human, involving families, relationships, and the choices that can profoundly impact their future. In a recent appearance on Lawyers Who Care, a podcast hosted by Andrew Samalin, CFP, Principal of Samalin Wealth, Stein discussed the experiences that shape his practice and the realities families face when disputes arise. During the episode,…
This Women’s History Month, we are proud to celebrate our partner Christine M. Allen, Esq., as she marks her first anniversary as a partner at Law Stein Anderson, LLP. Christine has built her career on tenacity, thoughtful leadership, and a dedication to guiding families through some of life’s most challenging moments in probate and trust litigation. In her recent feature with Orange County Lawyer,…