Find the Right Path for Your Family’s Planning and Administration Needs

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A Simple, Clear Guide for What Comes Next

From wills and trusts to probate and trust administration, our Westlake Village team helps you get organized now and navigate the next steps when someone passes. Families across Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Agoura Hills, and the Conejo Valley rely on us to make every stage of the process feel clear, manageable, and far less overwhelming. And if you’re unsure where to begin, we’ll help you sort out exactly which service fits your situation.

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ESTATE PLANNING

Estate planning helps you get organized now with a plan your family can follow without confusion. We help you build your living trust, will, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, real estate transfers, and—when needed—irrevocable trusts. The goal is a clear, practical structure that protects your wishes and serves to avoid probate court later.

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Trust Administration

When a loved one passes and a trust is involved, trustees often feel unsure where to start. We guide you through notices, timelines, asset transfers, and tax-related requirements so you can carry out your responsibilities with confidence instead of stress.

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Probate Administration

If someone dies without a trust—or if certain assets remain in their individual name without beneficiary designations—probate may be required. We help you understand whether probate is necessary in Ventura or LA County and handle the entire court process so you’re not left trying to manage it alone.

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One Firm for Planning, Probate, and Trust Administration

Families often wonder whether one firm can help before and after a loss—and the answer is yes. Serving Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Agoura Hills, Camarillo, and nearby communities, we’re here to support you through every stage of the process. Whether you’re planning ahead or facing the first steps after a death, you receive steady guidance from the same trusted team. If you’re unsure which service you need, we’ll talk through your situation in a calm, straightforward way and help you choose the right path.

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How We Help You Find the Right Path

Sometimes the hardest part is knowing where to begin, so we keep the process simple and supportive. From your first call or complimentary 15-minute consult, we focus on listening, answering questions, and helping you understand your options.

Start with a brief conversation

We’ll ask what’s going on — whether you’re planning ahead or a loved one has just passed — and answer common questions like “Do I need probate or trust administration?” and “Can you work with my existing trust?”

Clarify which service fits

Based on your situation and where the person lived or owns property, we’ll explain whether estate planning updates, probate administration, or trust administration (in Ventura or LA County) makes the most sense.

Review documents and next steps

If you already have a living trust, will, or powers of attorney, we’ll review them and discuss whether changes are needed; if someone has died, we’ll outline immediate steps and realistic timelines.

Move forward at your pace

We provide a clear plan, discuss expected costs and timing, and schedule follow-up meetings so you always know what’s happening and what we’ll handle for you.

Local Guidance Across Ventura and LA Counties

Pederson Law Offices serves Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Agoura Hills, Camarillo, and nearby communities along the Ventura/LA County border with experienced estate planning and probate services. As a local estate planning and probate attorney team, we understand the court systems, procedures, and practical details that matter here. Whether your case is in Ventura County, Los Angeles County, or you’re not sure which court is involved, we help you sort it out and move forward confidently.

Not Sure Where to Start? Let’s Talk.

If you’re unsure whether you need planning, probate, or trust administration support, you don’t have to sort it out by yourself. We’ll help your family take the next step with clarity and compassionate guidance.

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