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Living Trusts in Orange County
Gain peace of mind knowing your assets are protected, your family is cared for, and your wishes are followed. Michael provides personalized living trust services designed for California law and tailored to your family’s unique needs in Laguna Hills, Mission Viejo, Irvine, and across Orange County.
UNDERSTANDING LIVING TRUSTS
What Is a Living Trust and Why Does It Matter?
A living trust is one of the most effective ways to protect your family’s legacy. By placing your assets into a trust, you can avoid lengthy and expensive probate, maintain privacy, and ensure your estate is distributed exactly as you intend.
Michael Pevney, your trusted estate planning attorney in Orange County, explains in this short video how a living trust helps California families.
GUIDANCE YOU CAN TRUST
How Michael Pevney Helps Families Create Living Trusts
Every family’s situation is different. That’s why Michael takes a step-by-step approach that blends legal expertise with compassion. His goal: to give Orange County families clear, effective, and future-proof living trusts.
Personalized Guidance
We listen to your family’s needs, goals, and concerns before drafting a single page.
Plain-English Explanations
Legal language can be complex; we simplify everything so you know exactly what you’re signing.
Tailored to California Law
Living trusts in California require specific legal knowledge. Michael ensures your trust is compliant and effective.
Future-Proof Planning
We design living trusts that can adapt to life changes, amendments, and updates.
Compassionate Support
Estate planning is about family, not just paperwork. Michael ensures the process is smooth and stress-free.
IS A LIVING TRUST RIGHT FOR YOU?
Why Orange County Families Choose Living Trusts
Living trusts in Orange County aren’t only for the wealthy—they’re for anyone who wants to safeguard their loved ones and make estate planning simple. You may benefit if you:
Own real estate in California
Have minor children or dependents
Want to pass down family wealth efficiently
Value privacy in Estate Matters
Want flexibility and control over your legacy
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Living Trust Questions for Orange County Residents
A living trust can be a powerful tool for protecting your assets and avoiding probate, but many families wonder if it’s right for them. Here are answers to frequently asked questions to help you understand how living trusts work in California and how they may benefit your situation.
What is a living trust and how does it work in California?
A living trust in Orange County lets you transfer assets into the trust while you are alive. You remain in control, and when you pass away, your assets go directly to your beneficiaries without probate.
Does a living trust avoid probate in Orange County?
Yes. A properly funded living trust avoids probate in Orange County courts, saving your family time, money, and stress.
Can I change my living trust after it is created?
Most living trusts in California are revocable, which means you can amend or revoke them at any time to reflect your current wishes.
What is the difference between a will and a living trust?
A will requires probate before assets are distributed. A living trust avoids probate, which is why many California families prefer trusts for asset protection.
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Start Planning for Your Family’s Future Today
With over 18 years of legal experience in Orange County, Michael Pevney focuses on estate planning to help families protect assets, avoid probate, and secure their legacy with confidence.