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Probate & Inheritance Legal Services

Every case handled personally by attorney Maksim Lamash.

Probate and inheritance matters demand more than legal knowledge — they require an attorney who understands that every family, every estate, and every dispute carries its own weight. At Lamash Legacy Law, I represent individuals and families throughout California in all aspects of probate and inheritance law.

Whether you’ve been named executor of an estate, need to challenge a trust that doesn’t reflect a loved one’s true intentions, or suspect that a family member is being financially exploited — I handle your case from first consultation through final resolution. No associates, no handoffs, no voicemail.

Below are the core areas of my practice. Each case begins with a direct conversation about your situation and goals.

Practice areas

Practice Areas

Probate Administration

Guiding you through California’s full probate process — from filing the initial petition with the Superior Court to inventorying assets, managing creditor claims, and distributing the estate to rightful heirs. Whether the estate involves real property, business interests, or out-of-state assets, I handle every step personally and keep you informed throughout.

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Trust Administration

When a loved one passes, the successor trustee faces strict legal duties — notifying beneficiaries, managing assets, filing tax returns, and making distributions according to the trust terms. I guide trustees through each obligation, protect them from personal liability, and ensure the grantor’s wishes are honored.

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Trust & Will Contests

If you believe a trust or will was created under undue influence, fraud, duress, or when the signer lacked mental capacity — California law gives you the right to challenge it. I also defend executors and trustees against unfounded contests. Trust contests must typically be filed within 120 days of receiving notice, so timing matters.

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Beneficiary Rights

As a beneficiary, you have the legal right to receive accountings, to be informed about the administration, and to receive your inheritance within a reasonable timeframe. If a trustee or executor is withholding information, delaying distributions, or mismanaging estate assets — I file the appropriate petitions to enforce your rights.

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Conservatorships & Guardianships

When a family member can no longer manage their own finances or personal care, California courts can appoint a conservator to act on their behalf. I represent families seeking to establish conservatorships to protect vulnerable loved ones — and individuals who need to contest a conservatorship that isn’t in their best interest.

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Financial Elder Abuse

California law provides strong protections for elderly individuals who have been financially exploited — whether by caregivers, family members, or trusted advisors. I pursue claims under the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act to recover stolen assets, obtain restraining orders, and hold abusers accountable.

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Why Clients Choose a Solo Practitioner for Probate

Large firms assign your probate case to junior associates and billing paralegals. The partner you met at the consultation may never review your file again.

Here, every case is handled by one attorney:

  • Direct communication — you call me, you reach me
  • No handoffs — I prepare your documents, attend hearings, and build your strategy personally
  • Transparent fees — California probate attorney fees are set by statute; I explain the full cost structure before we begin
  • Local knowledge — I represent clients in the Superior Courts of Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara counties

Serving Clients Throughout California

From my office in Malibu, I represent clients in probate and inheritance matters throughout California — including Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Calabasas, Thousand Oaks, Agoura Hills, Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Montecito, the San Francisco Bay Area, and all California counties.

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Every situation is unique. Reach out and I’ll personally review the details.

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