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Los Alamitos Probate Attorney

If your loved one passed away and left behind a home, financial accounts, or other assets in Los Alamitos, our team at JLC Legacy Law is here to help guide you through the probate process with clarity and confidence. As your dedicated Los Alamitos probate attorney, we take care of every step — from filing the probate petition to handling creditor issues, court deadlines, and real estate matters involving Los Alamitos property.

 

Probate can feel overwhelming, especially during a difficult time. We provide compassionate support, straightforward communication, and dependable legal representation so your family never has to face the process alone.

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.

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Jordan Lane Ceausu

Founding & Principal Attorney

We offer free consultations

So… What Is Probate?

Probate is the legal process used to transfer a deceased person’s assets — such as a Los Alamitos home, bank accounts, personal belongings, or vehicles — to the rightful heirs or beneficiaries.

As your probate lawyer in Los Alamitos, we handle all necessary steps, including:

  • Filing the probate petition

  • Appointment of the executor or administrator

  • Identifying, securing, and valuing estate assets

  • Handling Los Alamitos real estate (sales, transfers, mortgage issues)

  • Providing required notices to heirs and creditors

  • Managing creditor claims and disputes

  • Preparing and submitting all court-required documents

  • Communicating with beneficiaries

  • Completing the final distribution of the estate

 

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

Does Probate Involve Going to Court?

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

In most situations:
You will 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 a hearing becomes necessary, your Los Alamitos probate attorney will represent you and protect your interests at every stage.

What If the Los Alamitos Property Has a Mortgage
or Reverse Mortgage?

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Many estates in Los Alamitos involve real estate questions. We regularly help families with issues such as:

  • Should we keep or sell the Los Alamitos home?

  • Can we sell the property during probate?

  • Who pays the mortgage during probate?

  • What if the loan is delinquent?

  • What if the home has a reverse mortgage?

  • How do we transfer the home to a beneficiary?

  • What if the lender is sending notices or calling?

We guide you through all your options and handle the legal steps required for a sale or transfer — including obtaining court approval when needed.

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 Los Alamitos, contacting us early helps protect your rights and ensures compliance with strict probate deadlines.

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.

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