★ 4.9 (293 reviews) ·
990 W 190th St #500, Torrance, CA 90502, USA
★ 5.0 (176 reviews) ·
2355 Crenshaw Blvd Unit 185, Torrance, CA 90501, USA
★ 4.7 (79 reviews) ·
3424 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
★ 5.0 (70 reviews) ·
3655 Torrance Blvd 3rd floor, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
★ 4.9 (55 reviews) ·
3878 W Carson St #104, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
★ 4.9 (50 reviews) ·
3828 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
★ 4.7 (43 reviews) ·
23133 Hawthorne Blvd Ste B03, Torrance, CA 90505, USA
8. Mark E. Swatik, Esq., MBA Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (38 reviews) ·
21250 Hawthorne Blvd Ste 500 5th Floor, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
9. Alta Legacy Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (33 reviews) ·
21250 Hawthorne Blvd Suite 500, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
10. Pollock Cynthia R Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (33 reviews) ·
23326 Hawthorne Blvd #390, Torrance, CA 90505, USA
11. Elder Law Services of California Elder Law Attorney
★ 4.0 (29 reviews) ·
1609 Cravens Ave, Torrance, CA 90505, USA
12. Law Offices of R. Christine Brown Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (21 reviews) ·
2377 Crenshaw Blvd #330, Torrance, CA 90501, USA
13. Sanders & Montalto, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (12 reviews) ·
21250 Hawthorne Blvd #850, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
14. Providence Legal PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
21250 Hawthorne Blvd Suite 500, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
15. Beach Cities Estate Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
3528 Torrance Blvd #216, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
16. Samuel Ford Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
21250 Hawthorne Blvd Suite 500, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
17. Lathrom Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (2 reviews) ·
3812 Sepulveda Blvd #250, Torrance, CA 90505, USA
18. Law Office of Matthew C Yu Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (2 reviews) ·
23001 Hawthorne Blvd #210, Torrance, CA 90505, USA
19. Western Estate Planning Estate Planning Attorney
5431 Torrance Blvd
20. Pettler & Miller Estate Planning Attorney
3465 Torrance Blvd Ste D
21. Anna M Schneider Estate Planning Attorney
3424 W Carson St
22. Law Offices Of Linda J Retz Estate Planning Attorney
3424 W Carson St Ste 250
23. David Lee Rice APLC Estate Planning Attorney
2780 Skypark Dr #475
24. Wasserman Gavin Hachiya Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
2276 Torrance Blvd
25. Law Office of Walter J. Hindenlang Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (7 reviews) ·
3424 W Carson St #320, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Torrance, CA: a local guide
We currently track 25 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Torrance, CA in Los Angeles County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.7★ from 956 total reviews, and 15 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. The Law Firm of Kavesh, Minor & Otis is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 293 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Torrance
Rough planning ranges for the Torrance area:
| Service | Typical range |
|---|
| Simple will package | $350–$1,350 |
| Revocable living trust package | $1,700–$4,500 |
| Full estate plan or probate work | $3,350–$8,950+ |
Many Torrance estate attorneys quote flat fees for wills and trusts and bill hourly (often $250-$500/hr) for probate. Ask for a written fee agreement before you engage.
How to choose an estate attorney in Torrance
- Make sure they'll keep your plan current as laws and your family change, and how updates are billed.
- Read reviews and ask for references from recent Torrance estate clients.
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Torrance.
- Ask whether wills and trusts are flat-fee and what that covers (funding the trust, revisions, directives).
Questions to ask before you hire
- Who will handle my file day to day?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Torrance matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
- Do you focus on estate planning and probate specifically?
- Will you help fund the trust and store the documents?
Many Torrance listings also handle wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and probate administration.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a will or living trust cost in Torrance?
Many Torrance estate attorneys charge flat fees, roughly $300 to $1,200 for a simple will package and $1,500 to $4,000 for a revocable living trust. Probate work is often billed hourly. Ask for a written fee agreement up front.
Do I need a will or a living trust?
It depends on your assets and goals. A will is simpler and cheaper; a living trust can avoid probate and keep matters private. A short consultation with a Torrance estate attorney will tell you which fits.
How much does probate cost and how long does it take?
Probate cost and timeline vary by estate and county. Simple Torrance-area estates can take several months, while complex ones run over a year. Ask the attorney for a realistic estimate for your situation.
What is the difference between estate planning and elder law?
Estate planning focuses on wills, trusts, and passing on assets; elder law also covers long-term care, Medicaid planning, and guardianship. Many Torrance firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Torrance: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Torrance?
In the Torrance area, simple wills often run $300–$1,200 and living trust packages $1,500–$4,000; probate and elder law work is commonly billed hourly at $250–$500. Most firms above offer a free or low-cost initial consultation — talk to two or three.
Estate planning vs. elder law vs. probate — which do I need?
Estate planning covers wills, trusts, and powers of attorney while you're healthy. Elder law adds Medicaid planning, guardianship, and long-term-care protection. Probate is the court process after a death — probate attorneys guide executors through estate administration.
What else do these firms handle?
Many attorneys above also handle special needs planning, asset protection, beneficiary disputes, estate tax planning, and real estate transfers in the Torrance area.
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