Estate Planning

Protecting What Matters Most — With Legal Support You Can Trust

Leave Nothing to Chance — Create Your Legacy with Confidence

Did you know that over 60% of Americans don't have a will or estate plan? That’s not just risky—it could cost your loved ones years of legal headaches, financial loss, and unnecessary stress. At County Law Center, we make sure your future—and your family’s—is protected with thoughtful, legally sound estate planning tailored to your life.

Whether you're just starting out or you’ve accumulated decades of assets, we’ll help you create a roadmap that ensures everything you've worked for goes exactly where you want it.

What Is Estate Planning — and Why It Matters

Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy. It’s for anyone who wants to:

• Decide who receives what when they’re gone

• Avoid long, expensive probate battles

• Choose someone they trust to handle affairs if they’re ever incapacitated

• Protect minor children or dependents with special needs

• Reduce or eliminate estate taxes and legal fees

If you don’t have a plan, the state decides—and that often leads to costly, public, and emotionally draining court proceedings.

Estate Planning Without the Overwhelm

Our Estate Planning Services Include:

✓ Wills

A basic will outlines your wishes for asset distribution, guardianship of children, and your final directives. We draft airtight wills that hold up in California courts.

✓ Living Trusts

Avoid probate and gain more control over your estate by creating a revocable living trust. Perfect for families, business owners, and anyone who wants privacy and peace of mind.

✓ Powers of Attorney

Designate someone you trust to make legal, financial, or healthcare decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so.

✓ Advance Healthcare Directives

Spell out your healthcare preferences and appoint someone to speak for you during a medical emergency.

✓ Probate Services

If you're dealing with a loved one's estate, we guide families through California's complex probate system from start to finish—with empathy and clarity.

Let’s Make It Easy

Your peace of mind is one conversation away.

Estate Planning FAQs: What Most Attorneys Won’t Tell You

What happens if I die without a will in California?

Your estate goes into intestate probate, and the court will follow California’s default rules to distribute your property. That usually means more court fees, longer wait times, and less control for your family.

Can I just write my wishes down and skip hiring a lawyer?

DIY wills are a legal minefield. One wrong clause or unsigned document, and the whole plan can fall apart. We ensure your documents are court-compliant, enforceable, and updated as your life evolves.

Is estate planning expensive?

Not planning is far more expensive. Probate costs can eat up 5–10% of your estate. Our flat-rate services are affordable—and our initial consultation is free.

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1901 camino vida roble, ste. 114, Carlsbad, CA, 92008

(760) 438-5291

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Kalmia St #138, Murrieta, CA, 92562

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Santa Barbara Office

735 State st. Santa Barbara, Ca. 93101