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Estate Planning Attorneys in Pasadena, CA

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18 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Pasadena, CA
Important: Listings are compiled from publicly available sources and have not been independently verified by BeforeAttorney.com. We do not endorse any attorney or guarantee outcomes. Verify licensing and disciplinary status with the State Bar of California before hiring.
Showing 18 estate planning attorneys in Pasadena, CA Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
Counts Law Firm PC
301 N Lake Ave 6th Floor, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 463-7300 countslawfirm.com
Wood Legal Group, LLP
1199 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 898-9195 woodlegalgroup.com
Yang Law Offices - Pasadena Office
388 Cordova St #100c, Pasadena, CA 91101
(877) 492-6452 yanglawoffices.com
Trust Law Partners LLP
234 E Colorado Blvd Suite 800, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 548-7336 trustlawpartners.com
CHIAO & WU, LLP
600 S Lake Ave #405, Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 698-0088 chiaowu.com
Slater Cosme, PC
300 N Lake Ave Ste 920, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 795-1600 slatercosme.com
CMK Law Group
301 N Lake Ave Ste 600, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 869-8175 cmklawgroup.com
Athlon Legal, APC
14 N Fair Oaks Ave #503, Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 888-9035 athlonlegal.com
CunninghamLegal
301 N Lake Ave Suite 770, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 585-6970 cunninghamlegal.com
Alkana Law
131 N El Molino Ave #310, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 796-8170 alkanalaw.com
The Werner Law Firm
35 N Lake Ave # 710, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 795-7899 wernerlawca.com
Law Offices of Arpi Vardanyan
1122 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91106
(213) 297-0007 lawofficesofarpivardanyan.com
Global Law Group Inc
140 S Lake Ave #230, Pasadena, CA 91101
(213) 830-9933 globallawgroup.net
LAW OFFICE OF JOSEPH M MAFONDE
1720 E Washington Blvd #222, Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 590-8980 mylawplace.com
Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP
215 N Marengo Ave Suite 204, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 752-8421 copenbarger.com
The Law Firm of Bezaire, Ledwitz & Associates, APC
482 N Rosemead Blvd #203, Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 398-0100 smartestateplans.com
Pasadena Law Group
155 N Lake Ave #800, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 696-3145 pasadenalawgroup.com
Williams & Hamilton
30 N Raymond Ave #801, Pasadena, CA 91103
(310) 435-9813 williamsandhamilton.com

Estate planning attorneys in Pasadena help residents create wills trusts and powers of attorney under California law. These documents ensure your assets transfer smoothly and your healthcare wishes are followed. Pasadena clients often need guidance on California community property rules and the states unique probate code.

What Does a Estate Planning Attorney in Pasadena Cost?

Estate planning attorney fees in California vary widely. A simple will and basic documents may cost $500 to $1,500. A comprehensive plan with a trust typically ranges from $2,000 to $5,000. Complex estates involving business interests or tax planning can cost $5,000 or more. This is general information and not legal advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents does an estate planning attorney in Pasadena prepare?
An attorney typically prepares a will revocable living trust durable power of attorney and advance healthcare directive. These documents work together to manage your assets and medical decisions. California law requires specific language and signatures for these forms to be valid.
How does California community property affect estate planning in Pasadena?
California is a community property state meaning assets acquired during marriage are owned equally by both spouses. This affects how trusts and wills are drafted to avoid disputes. An attorney can help you separate separate property from community property for proper distribution.
What is the California probate process and can it be avoided?
Probate is the court-supervised process of distributing assets after death. In California estates over $184,500 must go through probate which can take months and cost thousands. A revocable living trust is the most common way to avoid probate in California.