top of page
200-Spectrum-Center-Drive5.avif

Irvine Probate Attorney

If your loved one passed away and left behind a home, bank accounts, or other assets in Irvine, our team at JLC Legacy Law is here to help. As your trusted Irvine probate attorney, we handle the entire probate process for you — including court filings, deadlines, creditor issues, and any real estate matters involving property in Irvine.

 

Probate can feel overwhelming, especially during a time of grief. We provide clear communication, compassionate support, and full legal guidance to ensure the process is as smooth and stress-free as possible for your family.

We understand how overwhelming the probate process can feel—especially when you’re dealing with grief, financial decisions, or questions about property.
Our goal is to make this process as simple and stress-free as possible.

​

In most cases, we can advance all probate costs so you don’t have to pay anything upfront.

 

You can rely on us for clear communication, honest guidance, and compassionate support from start to finish.

Facetune_25-06-2023-06-51-26.JPEG

Jordan Lane Ceausu

Founding & Principal Attorney

We offer free consultations

So… What Is Probate?

Probate is the court-supervised legal process required to transfer a deceased person’s assets — such as an Irvine home, financial accounts, personal belongings, or vehicles — to their rightful heirs or beneficiaries.​

​

As your probate lawyer in Irvine, we handle every step of the process, including:

​

  • Filing the probate petition

  • Appointment of the executor or administrator

  • Identifying and valuing estate assets

  • Managing Irvine real estate (sales, transfers, mortgage issues)

  • Sending notices to heirs and creditors

  • Handling creditor claims or disputes

  • Filing all required court documents

  • Communicating with beneficiaries

  • Overseeing the final distribution of the estate

 

We take care of the legal requirements so you don’t have to navigate probate alone.

Does Probate Involve Going to Court?

Most Irvine probate cases are handled through the
Orange County Superior Court – Probate Division in Santa Ana.

​

In the majority of cases:
You do NOT need to appear in court.
Your attorney attends all hearings for you.

​

You may only need to attend if:

​

  • someone challenges the will

  • there is a dispute among heirs

  • litigation directly involves you

 

If that happens, your Irvine probate attorney will guide and represent you through every step.

What If the Irvine Property Has a Mortgage
or Reverse Mortgage?

Image by Eric Ardito
Image by Andrew Barrowman

Many families in Irvine have questions about real estate during probate, such as:​

​

  • Should we keep or sell the Irvine home?

  • Can the home be sold during probate?

  • Who pays the mortgage during probate?

  • What if there is a reverse mortgage?

  • What if the loan is behind on payments?

  • How do we transfer the home to an heir or beneficiary?

​​

These situations are very common. We’ll review all your options, explain the legal requirements, and guide you through any court approvals needed for a sale or transfer.

Our Expertise

At JLC Legacy Law, Inc., we provide legal solutions that make estate planning and managing the affairs of loved ones easy to understand. Whether you're setting up an estate plan, navigating probate, or administering a trust, we offer personalized guidance every step of the way to protect your family, assets, and legacy. We ensure your wishes are clear and your loved ones are secure at every stage of the process.

  • Wills
  • Revocable Living Trusts
  • Durable Powers of Attorney
  • Advance Health Care Directives
  • Financial Powers of Attorney
  • Separate Property Trusts
  • Trust & Estate Administration
  • Probate Administration
  • Trust Funding Assistance

  • Real Estate Transfers in Estate Planning

  • Legacy Planning for Families
  • Asset Distribution and Beneficiary Management

Our Comprehensive Legal Services

We provide trusted guidance in probate, estate planning, trust administration, and real estate

so you and your loved ones are protected.

Probate

Guiding families through the probate process with clarity and compassion.

Estate Planning

Secure your family’s future with wills, trusts, and customized estate plans.

Trust
Administration

Efficient management and distribution of trusts to honor your wishes.

Real Estate

Legal support for property transfers, deeds, and real estate transactions.

What Our Clients Say

Jen R.

Jordan at JLC Legacy Law was amazing to work with. Probate is not an easy thing to go through, but she was prompt and very helpful through everything. I had heard probate takes well over a year to complete, but with Jordan's help, ours was done in 9 months. I highly recommend working with Jordan. 

What Else Do You Need to Know? Call for Your Free Consultation.

If your probate matter involves property or assets in Irvine, contact us as soon as possible. Probate deadlines are strict, and early guidance helps protect the estate and your rights.

Whether you’re ready to begin or simply need answers, we’re here to help.

 

📞 714-522-8880
Free consultations available.
Ask us anything—there are no wrong or embarrassing questions.

bottom of page