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…
Welcome to Hot Take Thursday, our weekly series where we ask attorneys at Law Stein Anderson to weigh in on timely legal questions. This week’s prompt: “When estate planning, the biggest mistake families can make is ____________.” Attorneys Matthew Stein, Charlotte Flanigan, Katie Lindsey, Nate Loftin, Monique Nevarez, Desiree Rivera, Pearl Walker, and Christina Yee all shared their…
Law Stein Anderson is proud to congratulate Matthew Stein, Christine Allen, and Bryan Johnson on being named 2027 Southern California Super Lawyers. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes outstanding attorneys through a rigorous selection process that combines peer nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations. The result is an annual list honoring lawyers who have distinguished themselves within the legal…
Part of our Hot Take Thursday series, where the attorneys at Law Stein Anderson share their perspectives on timely questions, common misconceptions, and real-world legal issues. We recently asked the estate planning attorneys at Law Stein Anderson one simple question: What’s the biggest misconception people have about estate planning? While a few common themes emerged, the responses were surprisingly…
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…
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…