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On Saturday, October 24, The Estate Lawyers' Founder and Managing Partner, Amy L. Gostanian, will be speaking at the Inv...
10/15/2026

On Saturday, October 24, The Estate Lawyers' Founder and Managing Partner, Amy L. Gostanian, will be speaking at the InvestTalk Retirement Summit: 5 Key Decisions for Your Financial Future in Irvine.

This complimentary event brings together experienced professionals in investments, tax, estate planning, real estate, and financial planning to share practical insights on making informed decisions before and during retirement.

Amy will present “Built to Last? Stress-Testing Your Estate Plan,” exploring important considerations for protecting your estate plan and preserving your legacy.

Whether you're approaching retirement, planning for the future, or advising clients on these important decisions, this event offers valuable insights and an opportunity to connect with industry professionals.

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location: Irvine, California
Admission: Complimentary

Spouses, friends, family members, clients, and colleagues are welcome!

Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q04BgwMx0

The Estate Lawyers secured a significant trial victory in an Orange County trust dispute, successfully defending a mothe...
10/14/2026

The Estate Lawyers secured a significant trial victory in an Orange County trust dispute, successfully defending a mother's final trust amendments against claims of incapacity, undue influence, and financial elder abuse.

Led by Partner Justin Kincheloe, with support from Paralegal Wes Kelsey, the case resulted in a favorable 77-page court decision affirming the validity of the amendments.

The outcome preserved approximately $2 million in inheritance for our client and upheld his mother's final wishes.

This result reflects our team's commitment to navigating complex trust disputes and protecting our clients' interests when the stakes are high.

High-Stakes Estate Litigation. Nothing Else.

Learn more about Justin Kincheloe and his litigation experience: https://hubs.ly/Q04Bb_Jk0

We are pleased to welcome Meghan Glaspy, as the Managing Attorney of our Irvine office.Meghan brings more than a decade ...
10/14/2026

We are pleased to welcome Meghan Glaspy, as the Managing Attorney of our Irvine office.

Meghan brings more than a decade of litigation experience, with a practice focused on complex trust and estate disputes, fiduciary litigation, contested conservatorships, and financial elder abuse. Her background as a former Deputy District Attorney, combined with her experience in estate planning and administration, provides a unique perspective in navigating high-stakes litigation.

An accomplished litigator and active leader in the legal community, Meghan serves as Treasurer of the Orange County Estate Planning Council and has earned numerous professional distinctions, including recognition among Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Litigators in America, Southern California Super Lawyers’ Rising Stars, and the California Legal Awards’ Lawyer on the Fast Track.

Meghan's leadership, litigation experience, and commitment to exceptional client advocacy further strengthen our growing Orange County practice.

We are proud to have Meghan on our team and look forward to the impact she will make for our clients and the communities we serve.

Learn more about Meghan and her experience: https://hubs.ly/Q04BbLqj0

💎 The Estate Lawyers is proud to be a Diamond Sponsor of the 2026 Probate Prom, hosted by Probate Attorneys of San Diego...
10/02/2026

💎 The Estate Lawyers is proud to be a Diamond Sponsor of the 2026 Probate Prom, hosted by Probate Attorneys of San Diego (PASD)!

This annual gala and awards ceremony brings colleagues together to celebrate the probate community, strengthen professional relationships, and enjoy an evening of great food, music, and dancing. We’re excited to support PASD and the professionals who serve San Diego’s families. 🤝✨

Members of The Estate Lawyers team will be in attendance, and we look forward to catching up with familiar faces and making new connections! 💬🥂

📅 Tomorrow, Friday, October 2, 2026
🕠 5:30–10:00 PM
📍 Town & Country Resort
500 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108
🍸 Theme: “Mid-Century Martini Party”

The evening includes a hosted reception, served dinner, annual award presentation, music, and dancing. 🥂🍽️🎶

To our friends and colleagues attending—we look forward to celebrating with you! 💎

🔗 Event details in the first comment.

🏆 MVP Spotlight: Wes Kelsey 🏆Please join us in congratulating Senior Paralegal Wes Kelsey, our latest MVP! 🎉Wes has earn...
09/30/2026

🏆 MVP Spotlight: Wes Kelsey 🏆

Please join us in congratulating Senior Paralegal Wes Kelsey, our latest MVP! 🎉

Wes has earned the recognition of his teammates for consistently stepping up when he’s needed most. Recently, that has meant supporting multiple POD leaders, taking on additional responsibilities, and doing it all with the strong work ethic, collaboration, and positive attitude that he brings to the team every day. ⚖️🧡

Here’s what his teammates had to say:

💬 “Wes has had to step up to help multiple other POD leaders as of late, and he has gladly risen to the challenge. He embodies all core values every day, demonstrating strong work ethic, helpful feedback and input, and he is an absolute pleasure to work with.”

💬 “Wes takes charge in all the right ways and has improved my practice since stepping in to act as my paralegal.”

💬 “Wes really embodies Team Wins/Client Wins. He always keeps me posted about what we need for our clients. He is very conscientious of others and makes effort to ensure we work well as a team.”

His teammates also highlighted Wes’s contributions to a recent trial win—a great example of the teamwork, preparation, and dedication he brings to his role. 👏⚖️

Congratulations, Wes! Thank you for stepping up, supporting your teammates, and demonstrating what Team Wins/Client Wins looks like in action. 🧡

Want to meet more of the incredible people behind The Estate Lawyers? Visit https://hubs.ly/Q04yRsyZ0 to learn more about our team.

Planificar para el futuro puede ser especialmente difícil cuando las familias también están enfrentando decisiones relac...
09/21/2026

Planificar para el futuro puede ser especialmente difícil cuando las familias también están enfrentando decisiones relacionadas con el cuidado de un ser querido, la salud y la atención a largo plazo.

El 15 de octubre, Natalie Ortiz de The Estate Lawyers participará como ponente en el taller Fin de Vida / End-of-Life Planning Workshop del Southern Caregiver Resource Center en Chula Vista.

Durante su sesión, Natalie ayudará a personas y familias de habla hispana a comprender mejor importantes herramientas legales de planificación, incluyendo planificación patrimonial, fideicomisos revocables en vida, poderes notariales, directivas anticipadas de atención médica, designaciones de beneficiarios y planificación para los costos de atención a largo plazo.

15 de Octubre de 2026 | 9:00 a. m.–12:00 p. m.
Bradley Hall​
276 F St, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Agradecemos la oportunidad de apoyar la labor de SCRC y de ayudar a que información legal práctica y confiable sea más accesible para cuidadores y familias de habla hispana en nuestra comunidad.

Para obtener más información y registrarse:
https://hubs.ly/Q04wNbNJ0 (https://hubs.ly/Q04wNbLK0)

Planning for the future can feel especially difficult when families are also navigating caregiving, health decisions, an...
09/21/2026

Planning for the future can feel especially difficult when families are also navigating caregiving, health decisions, and long-term care.

On October 15, Natalie Ortiz of The Estate Lawyers will speak at the Southern Caregiver Resource Center’s Fin de Vida / End-of-Life Planning Workshop in Chula Vista.

Natalie’s session will help Spanish-speaking individuals and families better understand important legal planning tools, including estate planning, revocable living trusts, powers of attorney, advance health care directives, beneficiary designations, and planning for long-term-care costs.

October 15, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Bradley Hall​
276 F St, Chula Vista, CA 91910

We appreciate the opportunity to support SCRC’s work and help make practical legal information more accessible to Spanish-speaking caregivers and families in our community.

For more information and registration:
https://hubs.ly/Q04wXTmL0

🤝 Is your lawyer brain sabotaging your networking?Yesterday, our attorneys gathered for our September Attorney Lunch as ...
09/17/2026

🤝 Is your lawyer brain sabotaging your networking?

Yesterday, our attorneys gathered for our September Attorney Lunch as we prepare for a busy Q4 and the upcoming opening celebration for our new Irvine office! 🎉🏢

Director of Marketing and Business Development Liz Coyle led an interactive presentation and training titled, “Is Your Lawyer Brain Sabotaging Your Networking?”

⚖️ The discussion explored some of the analytical pitfalls attorneys can fall into while networking — including overthinking conversations and evaluating interactions too quickly — and how shifting the focus toward genuine relationship building can lead to stronger professional connections.

Our attorneys discussed ways to:

🤝 Build authentic relationships
🌱 Focus on the quality of professional partnerships
💬 Make networking more conversational
🔗 Look for opportunities to connect and help others
😅 Gracefully navigate those awkward networking moments we’ve all experienced

As we head into Q4, we’re looking forward to strengthening existing relationships, making new connections, and putting some of yesterday’s lessons into practice.

And with our new Irvine office opening celebration coming up, the timing couldn’t be better! 🎉

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Michael E. Godbe, Esq. to The Estate Lawyers as a Senior Litigation Attorney!⚖️ Michael fo...
09/16/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Michael E. Godbe, Esq. to The Estate Lawyers as a Senior Litigation Attorney!

⚖️ Michael focuses his practice on trust and estate litigation, beneficiary representation, fiduciary disputes, elder abuse litigation, and contested conservatorship and guardianship matters.

His background in post-mortem planning and trust and estate administration gives him a practical perspective on the complex legal and financial issues that arise when these matters become contested. Michael is committed to understanding each client’s goals, clearly explaining their options, and helping them identify a path forward during difficult and deeply personal circumstances.

A graduate of Chapman University’s Fowler School of Law, Michael is also a member of the Orange County Bar Association’s Trusts and Estates Section.

Outside the office, Michael volunteers with youth sports and enjoys golfing and spending time with his wife, Kristen, and their three sons. ⛳️

We’re thrilled to have Michael join our litigation team and look forward to everything he will contribute to the firm and the families we serve. 🧡

Visit the link in the first comment to learn more about Michael. 👇

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another form of cognitive decline can bring difficult legal questions alongsi...
09/14/2026

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another form of cognitive decline can bring difficult legal questions alongside the day-to-day decisions of caregiving.

On September 23, Kimberly R. McGhee of The Estate Lawyers will join the UC San Diego Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center Caregiver Support Group to discuss legal considerations that can arise for caregivers and families.

Kimberly will share practical guidance around issues such as capacity, powers of attorney, conservatorships, decision-making, and protecting a vulnerable loved one.

September 23 | 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Good Samaritan Church

We appreciate the opportunity to be part of this important conversation and to provide caregivers and families with practical information as they navigate complex decisions.

For more information, visit:
https://hubs.ly/Q04wN6_40

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