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  • Christine Allen featured on WIRED Podcast
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    Law Stein Anderson Partner Christine Allen Featured on WIRE Associates Podcast Discussing Financial Elder Abuse, Undue Influence, and Protecting Vulnerable Individuals

    ByLaw Stein Anderson, LLP July 14, 2026July 14, 2026

    Irvine, Calif. — July 14, 2026 — Law Stein Anderson Partner Christine M. Allen, Esq. recently joined Christian Walsh on the WIRE Associates podcast for an in-depth discussion about one of the most significant financial elder abuse and undue influence cases she has handled during nearly two decades of trust and estate litigation. Using the real-life case as…

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  • Christina Allen, panelist at She Builds Capital
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    Partner Christine Allen Advances Conversation on Women’s Financial Empowerment at She Builds Capital 

    ByLaw Stein Anderson, LLP April 21, 2026June 22, 2026

    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…

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  • Christina M. Allen, One Year as Partner
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    Christine Allen Celebrates One-Year Anniversary as Partner, Featured in Orange County Lawyer

    ByLaw Stein Anderson, LLP March 24, 2026June 22, 2026

    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,…

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  • Christine Allen, Esq.
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    High-Stakes Trust Win Led by Christine M. Allen

    ByLaw Stein Anderson, LLP February 4, 2026June 22, 2026

    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…

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  • Protect Your Trust
    Litigation

    Anyone Can Sue You, But Here’s How to Protect Your Trust and Avoid Litigation

    ByLaw Stein Anderson, LLP January 30, 2025June 22, 2026

    By Christine M. Allen, Esq. Trust litigation is becoming an increasingly common occurrence after the death of a loved one in California. Regardless of how well-drafted or thought-out a trust is, anyone with a grievance or perceived grievance can file a lawsuit. While you can’t necessarily stop someone from suing, there are proactive measures you…

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  • undue influence
    Estate Planning

    Navigating Undue Influence in Trust Contests: Proof from Circumstantial Evidence

    ByLaw Stein Anderson, LLP October 3, 2023June 22, 2026

    By Christine M. Allen, Esq. Trusts are powerful tools for individuals to manage and distribute their assets. Furthermore, they ensure their wishes are carried out after their passing. In addition, trusts ensure family members avoid the unnecessary costs and delays associated with probate. But what happens when an individual’s trust terms do not actually reflect…

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Who We Are
    • In the News
    • Community Outreach
  • Practice Areas
    • Trusts, Estates, and Tax Law
      • Estate Planning
      • Trust Administration
      • Probate
      • Tax Planning
      • Tax Controversies
      • Trust & Estate Litigation
    • Litigation
      • Estate & Trust Litigation
      • Inheritance Disputes
      • Probate Litigation
      • Elder Abuse
      • Business Litigation
      • Premises Liability
      • Real Estate Litigation
    • Business & Corporate Law
      • Corporate Formations
      • Business & Succession Planning
      • Mergers & Acquisitions
      • Business Transactions
      • Real Estate Transactions
  • Attorneys
    • R. Zebulon Law, Esq., LL.M., CPA
    • Matthew G. Stein, Esq.
    • Shauna R. Anderson, Esq.
    • Christine M. Allen, Esq.
    • Gino G. Barrica, Esq.
    • Erin M. Beranek, Esq.
    • Nick Carrigan, Esq.
    • Charlotte A. Flanigan, Esq.
    • Allison C. Gordon, Esq.
    • David M. Huynh, Esq.
    • Bryan K. Johnson, Esq.
    • Katie A. Lindsey, Esq.
    • Nathan R. Loftin, Esq.
    • Michael H. Luong, Esq., LL.M.
    • James C. Man, Esq.
    • Monique Nevarez, Esq.
    • Aimee C. Paja, Esq.
    • Kianna C. Parviz, Esq.
    • Thomas R. Pedersen, Esq.
    • Desiree F. Rivera, Esq.
    • Orel Shilon, Esq.
    • Oudey I. Tadros, Esq.
    • Pearl Walker, Esq.
    • Christina B. Yee, Esq.
    • Steven A. Ehrlich, Esq.
  • Resources
    • Probate Calculator
    • News & Insights
    • Your Free Guide To Trust Administration
    • What to Bring to A Meeting With Your Probate Attorney
    • What to Bring to A Meeting With Your Estate Planning Attorney
    • Newsletter
    • Corporate Transparency Act
  • Testimonials
  • Careers
  • Contact Us