Irvine, Calif. — Law Stein Anderson, LLP is pleased to announce the promotion of Allison C. Gordon, Esq. to Senior Associate. Allison is a litigation attorney with over ten years of experience representing clients in will and trust disputes, trust administration, and probate matters. She is known for her strategic approach and unwavering advocacy in complex inheritance, fiduciary duty, and fraud…
Christine M. Allen helped break a long-running trust dispute by spotting a decisive legal turning point, restoring leverage, protecting the property’s value, and securing a resolution for the family. Key Outcomes: A long-running trust dispute over a childhood home and other assets had reached a standstill. One sibling had lived in the property rent-free for years, allowing…
By Thomas R. Pedersen, Esq. Valentine’s Day is a reminder to care for the people we love most, and for many families, that includes protecting their financial future. Many couples rely on a simple will that leaves everything to a spouse, and then to children. While this type of plan is easy to understand and…
Irvine, Calif. — Jan. 28, 2026 — Law Stein Anderson Partner Matt Stein was featured on Chris Chudacoff’s podcast, Let Me Tell You a Quick Story, where he discussed the emotional and financial impact of trust and estate disputes on families. During the episode, Stein addressed the emotional and financial toll that conflicts over trusts can impose, highlighting the…
By Nick Carrigan, Esq. At a glance: California’s new Delete Request and Opt-Out Platform (DROP) allows residents to request deletion of their personal data from hundreds of data brokers through one state-run portal, dramatically simplifying privacy protection under the CCPA. California is taking concrete steps to protect the personal data of its residents. One of the…
Each new year brings renewed intentions and an opportunity to think more carefully about the future. Thoughtful estate planning plays a key role in providing lasting security and clarity for your loved ones. At a Glance Most New Year’s resolutions fizzle by February. Studies show that while roughly 45 percent of adults make New Year’s…
By Bryan K. Johnson, Esq. As the year comes to a close, many people hear about the annual gift tax exclusion and wonder whether making a year-end gift is worth the effort, especially if time is short. Even simple gifts, when used consistently, can play an important role in reducing potential future estate tax exposure. For 2025, individuals may…
By Desiree F. Rivera, Esq. The end of the year is an important time to evaluate tax efficient gifting strategies and ensure your estate plan remains aligned with upcoming federal changes. With major shifts to the federal estate tax exemption scheduled for 2026, proactive planning before December 31, 2025, can provide meaningful long-term benefits. Read below for an overview of key year-end planning opportunities and upcoming changes that…