Torrance Estate Attorney

Estates, Probate and Trust Planning Attorneys in Los Angeles and Orange County

At Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP, our Torrance estate and trust attorneys serve clients throughout Los Angeles County and Orange County with comprehensive legal services for estate planning, probate administration, and trust matters. Attorneys Christina M. Wickers and Alexandra L. Admans assist clients with:

• Estate and trust planning
• Probate administration and closure
• Distribution of estate and trust assets
• Conservatorships and guardianships
• Estate and trust litigation, including elder abuse matters

Our firm works in probate court to obtain orders for distribution to heirs and beneficiaries and to close or continue estate and trust administration as required. We handle petitions for conservatorship and guardianship, representing clients from the initial filing through obtaining Letters of Conservatorship and Letters of Guardianship and other court orders necessary to protect client interests.

Learn more about our services: Estate Planning & Trust Services | Probate Administration | Conservatorship Services | Guardianship Services

Special Instructions and Emergency Orders in Probate, Trust & Conservatorship Matters

In certain cases, it is necessary to obtain special instructions under Probate Code §17200, removal or emergency orders from the court on Trusts. These remedies may be appropriate when:

• A trustee or fiduciary fails to comply with duties
• Immediate court intervention is required to protect assets
• Urgent decisions affect the welfare of an incapacitated individual
• Disputes require judicial direction for resolution
• Emergency orders needed for a conservatorship due to financial or physical elder abuse

Our attorneys petition the court for special instructions or removal and, when appropriate, file ex parte requests for emergency orders. Because we regularly practice in Los Angeles Superior Court and Orange County Superior Court, we efficiently prepare paperwork and attend hearings to secure necessary relief.

Explore related legal services: Probate Court Proceedings | Trust Administration | Conservatorship Representation

Estate Planning: Protecting Your Intentions and Your Family

Proactive estate planning ensures your wishes are honored and your family is protected. A well-structured estate plan may include:

• Wills and trusts to direct distribution of assets
• Durable powers of attorney for financial decision-making
• Health care directives to document medical preferences
• Asset protection strategies to minimize disputes

A durable power of attorney allows a trusted individual to act on your behalf if you become unable to manage financial or property matters. A health care directive communicates your medical preferences to healthcare providers and loved ones, ensuring that your wishes are followed. Both the power of attorney and health care directive can provide power to an agent either immediately or upon the occurrence of an event such as incapacity, travel or otherwise. The powers as agent may also have a short duration.

Estate planning can provide your family with instructions related to your wishes should you lose capacity such as, medical directives, activities you enjoy, your preferences as to whether you want to live at home or in a care facility among many others. Your estate plan will be tailored to your individual needs and wishes at our firm.

Planning ahead reduces uncertainty and helps families navigate difficult circumstances with clarity and legal authority. Start planning your estate with Wills and Trusts.

Businesses Within Estates and Trusts

Estate and trust assets sometimes include operating businesses that require continued management or sale. Our business and estate attorneys assist with:

• Business valuation and disposition strategies
• Continuation of operations during estate administration
• Contract review and transactional guidance
• Integration of business planning with estate objectives

Coordinating business interests with estate administration protects value and supports long-term financial outcomes.

Elder Abuse Litigation and Estate Disputes

We advocate for vulnerable individuals and families in cases involving:

• Financial exploitation
• Undue influence
• Lack of capacity
• Elder abuse litigation
• Estate and trust disputes

Elder abuse claims may invalidate wrongful transfers and provide remedies for financial or physical harm. California law protects seniors from exploitation, and timely legal action is often essential to preserve rights and evidence.

Read about our services: Elder Abuse Litigation | Estate and Trust Litigation

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If you are facing a probate dispute, trust litigation matter, or inheritance conflict, early legal guidance can make a significant difference.

Our attorneys help clients understand their rights, evaluate their options, and develop a strategy to protect their interests.

Call today for clarity before conflict: (310) 540-2520

Retirement of Founding Partner

Please note that founding partner Rodney W. Wickers has retired. The firm continues to provide experienced legal representation under the leadership of our current attorneys, Managing Partner, and Mr. Wickers daughter Christina M. Wickers Herman and Partner Alexandra Admans who have practicing law together for over ten years.