A $10 million Newport Beach home. Two beneficiaries with opposing interests. A trustee caught in the middle. And allegations that her decisions crossed the line into breaches of fiduciary duty. That was the scenario at the center of Fiduciary Takes the Stand: A Mock Trial on Breach of Fiduciary Duty Part II, presented at the…
For nearly two decades, R. Zebulon “Zeb” Law has spent part of his year doing something beyond advising clients: helping prepare the next generation of attorneys. This year, Zeb enters his 20th year of teaching at Chapman University’s Fowler School of Law, where he currently teaches Estate & Gift Tax and Wills & Trusts. The…
Law Stein Anderson is proud to share that Partner Matthew G. Stein, Esq. has been named Chair of the Board of Directors for Alzheimer’s Orange County (AlzOC), beginning a two-year term in July 2026. Matt previously served as Vice Chair of the organization’s Board and has been involved with Alzheimer’s Orange County for several years. His transition into…
At Law Stein Anderson, our attorneys bring experiences and perspectives to their work that extend well beyond the courtroom. For Associate Aimee C. Paja, that includes a legal career spanning two countries and a continued commitment to staying connected to the Filipino-American legal community. Aimee recently joined Filipino-American Lawyers of Orange County (FLOC), an organization that brings together Filipino-American legal professionals…
This Father’s Day, we’re celebrating the dads of Law Stein Anderson and the many ways they show up for the people who matter most. Fatherhood is often reflected in the small moments that leave the greatest impact. The lessons shared around the dinner table. The encouragement offered during difficult times. The traditions passed down from one generation to the…
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — May 26, 2026 —The Law Stein Anderson team will attend the Professional Fiduciary Association of California (PFAC) annual education conference at the Sacramento Convention Center from Wednesday, May 27, through Friday, May 29. The firm will be represented by Partner Matthew G. Stein, Esq. and Senior Associate Allison C. Gordon, Esq. who will be available throughout the conference at Booth…
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…
By Shauna R. Anderson, Esq. At Law Stein Anderson, we see firsthand the strength, resilience, and leadership women bring to the legal profession every day. Women’s History Month offers a special opportunity to recognize and celebrate those contributions. In my role as partner, what inspires me most is helping others find and use their…