Congratulations on taking the next step to getting a plan in place to protect your family. We know it's hard to think about and just know we are here to make the process as painless and easy for you as possible. You may be here because you think you need a Will, Trust, Power of Attorney, Health Care Directive, Living Will, Guardian Nomination or maybe all of them together.
But then maybe you don't know what you need or even where to start, and that is no problem at all. Our estate planning attorneys have offices located in Ventura, Westlake Village, Santa Clarita, Pasadena, and Irvine and serve clients virtually throughout California where we will help you design a unique plan to fit your specific family's needs.
But then maybe you don't know what you need or even where to start, and that is no problem at all. Our estate planning attorneys have offices located in Ventura, Westlake Village, Santa Clarita, Pasadena, and Irvine and serve clients virtually throughout California where we will help you design a unique plan to fit your specific family's needs.
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Design and signing of legal documents to put your wishes in writing legally. Generally includes Will, Trust, Power of Attorney, Advanced Healthcare Directive, HIPAA Authorization and other important planning documents. A will allows you to identify who gets your assets upon your passing and allows you to nominate guardians for you minor children.
There are few things as intimidating as the task of completing your estate plan. The best time to plan for your incapacity or passing, though, is while you're still healthy. With a little time, effort, and guidance from a trusted estate planning professional, you can develop a plan to protect your family and get peace-of-mind.
Most Americans do not have a simple will as part of their estate plan. You might believe that a will is only for the rich and famous, and not the average person who has a far smaller net worth (NOT TRUE). On the other hand, you may think that a will is entirely unnecessary since you have a trust, jointly owned property, or have named beneficiaries on your insurance.
A trust is a legal document, signed and notarized, and effective during your lifetime, during any period of disability, and after death. Because the trust is effective during your lifetime and you can change it, it's referred to as a "living" document and we refer to this as a Revocable Living Trust.
The Kids Safeguard System was created to go above and beyond the basic estate plan and to make sure that the kids are always protected, and that the parent's legacy and wishes are documented for their minor children. Often times, parents know that they need some type of planning for their young children but are not really sure where to start or what is even needed.
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Debra Castro
Dec 16, 2021
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I appreciate the professionalism by each person we met, talked to and worked with at Hermance Law. The price is worth it when I consider the peace of mind I now have knowing that I've done my due diligence to ensure my family will be cared for in future years. They have a burden removed from them that will allow them some peace as well. This experience was well worth the time and surprisingly little effort on my part
Elizabeth Szczepanek
Dec 11, 2021
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Ruth M.
Dec 06, 2021
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Attorney Jennifer Romero from Hermance Law walked us throughout the entire estate planning process answering our questions and providing guidance on the options we have available. Her support made it easier to understand California’s law regarding estate planning and minor children. I highly recommend this service to anyone who needs support with documentation of your wishes. Thank you Jennifer!
Bernard Gregory Greg
Nov 06, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
The staff were professional yet personable. They have great communication and adapted to my situation and my family’s geographic location. I really appreciate the flat rates explained up front. No extra fees for talking to or emailing attorneys! Thank you for all you do, I’m extremely grateful!
The staff were professional yet personable. They have great communication and adapted to my situation and my family’s geographic location. I really appreciate the flat rates explained up front. No extra fees for talking to or emailing attorneys! Thank you for all you do, I’m extremely grateful!
C. C.
Oct 06, 2021
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Anna M. Carrillo
Oct 03, 2021
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John Richard Logue
Oct 02, 2021
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Tera Neumann
Sep 14, 2021
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Mabel Strawn
Sep 02, 2021
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Jennifer Suomi
Apr 09, 2021
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Hermance Law is the best of the best! They are so knowledgeable and have this whole process down to a science. I worked with Heather and she made something that seems so difficult so easy. I felt 100% confident through the whole estate planning process and learned so much myself! I’m so thankful for Heather and the rest of the team at Hermance Law!
Sheila McCandless
Jan 20, 2021
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Sara Richardson
Dec 30, 2020
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Edward Robbins
Oct 31, 2020
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Hermance Law Firm Estate Planning is the most professional, personable and knowledgeable firm. They assisted my wife and me in reinstating our trust and bringing it up to current standards. We recently moved from the Bay Area and wanted to ensure documents were up-to-par. Initially, our trust was completed by one of the top estate planning firm in the state, but we discovered that Hermance Law Firm exceeded our expectation and are most strongly and highly recommended for any legal document preparation
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Irene Edelstein
Oct 02, 2020
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Christa and her Team went above and beyond to help me help my parents get their Trust put together. Due to some medical issues with my mom we had to get it done quick and she was on it from day 1 when I reached out! She explained everything and made the process a breeze. When her team came out to my parents house it was like talking to friends. I would HIGHLY recommend them to everyone!
Becky Calvin
Sep 24, 2020
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I highly recommend Crista and her team. They take a difficult topic and make it manageable with their well thought out process. I’ve tried the vendors who hold seminars in hotels and the experience is horrible from start to finish. Hermance Law, in particular Crista, Malissa and Jenn made everything easy for me. They are the best!
