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Find Estate Planning Attorneys Near You in San Clemente, CA
Browse estate planning attorneys serving San Clemente, California. Contact information and addresses listed below.
16 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
San Clemente, CA
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Showing 16 estate planning attorneys in San Clemente, CA
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Ocean Estate Law - San Clemente
100 S Ola Vista Suite A, San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 420-0070 oceanestatelaw.com
Lawrence Trust and Estate Law
1201 Puerta Del Sol Ste. 230, San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 257-7116 lawrencelawoffice.net
Mains Law Office
2753 Camino Capistrano b1, San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 545-6504 mainslawoffice.com
Law Offices of J. Sean Dumm
665 Camino De Los Mares #204a, San Clemente, CA 92673
(888) 212-3866 jsdlawoffice.com
Vondrak Law
1010 S El Camino Real Suite 202, San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 492-1033 vondraklaw.com
Hartman Jeffrey R
501 N El Camino Real #200, San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 429-2578 attorneyjrh.com
Todd Anderson Law
105 E Mariposa, San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 492-9944 toddandersonlaw.com
The Gibbs Law Firm, APC
1221 Puerta Del Sol #100, San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 492-3350 gibbslaw.com
Stifter Law Corporation
1181 Puerta Del Sol STE 100, San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 388-8228
SJN Law, PC
205 Avenida Del Mar #133, San Clemente, CA 92674
(714) 692-1738 sjn-law.com
Susan Dallas Hattan, A Professional Law Corporation
903 Calle Amanecer Ste 230, San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 285-4270 susanhattanlaw.com
Law Office of Edward A. Pernal, Jr.
647 Camino De Los Mares #234, San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 498-8866 edpernaltrusts.com
Charles Payne Law
647 Camino De Los Mares Ste. 226, San Clemente, CA 92673
(833) 729-6352
Winsten Law Group
28 Calle Castillo, San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 429-3400 winsten.com
David L. Gibbs, Attorney at Law
1221 Puerta Del Sol #100, San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 492-3350 gibbslaw.com
Lange & Minnott Attorneys at Law
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 492-3459
Estate planning attorneys in San Clemente help residents prepare wills trusts and powers of attorney under California law. These documents ensure your assets pass to your chosen beneficiaries and can help your family avoid costly probate court proceedings in Orange County Superior Court. Local attorneys understand California community property rules and the specific requirements for valid estate documents under the California Probate Code.
What Does a Estate Planning Attorney in San Clemente Cost?
In California the cost for a basic estate plan including a will power of attorney and advance health care directive typically ranges from $1,500 to $3,500. A more comprehensive plan with a revocable living trust usually costs between $2,500 and $5,000. Complex estates involving business interests or tax planning can cost $5,000 or more. These fees vary based on the attorney's experience and the complexity of your assets. 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 are included in a basic estate plan in California?
A basic California estate plan typically includes a will a durable power of attorney for finances an advance health care directive and a HIPAA authorization. Some attorneys also recommend a revocable living trust to avoid probate which can be time consuming and expensive for estates over California's statutory threshold of $184,500.
How does California community property affect estate planning?
California is a community property state meaning assets acquired during marriage are owned equally by both spouses. This affects how property is distributed upon death and requires careful planning to ensure each spouse's separate property is correctly identified and transferred according to their wishes.
What happens if someone dies without a will in California?
If a San Clemente resident dies without a will their estate goes through intestate succession under California Probate Code sections 6400-6414. Assets pass to the closest relatives in a specific order starting with the surviving spouse and children. This process can lead to outcomes the deceased did not intend and often requires a formal probate case in Orange County Superior Court.
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