Christopher P Young

Christopher P Young

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 21 years

Probate Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Probate

111 N. Hill Street, Room 258, Los Angeles, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 20 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2005

Resigned

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 21 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2004

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Los Angeles Superior Court

111 N. Hill Street, Room 258, Los Angeles, CA, 90012

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Christopher P Young's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Trusts

Posted by Stephen | June 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Mr. Stephen Evans

Chris Young helped my wife and I during a very stressful, difficult time in 2021. Living in Ohio, we were very apprehensive about needing to find an attorney whom we did not know, nor could sit and discuss the trust fund issues when my parents passed away. This gentleman was kind, considerate, und...erstanding, compassionate and exhibited extreme patience with us. During all these legal struggles, my wife received a cancer diagnosis and Chris Young showed even more compassion in understanding that this legal issue needed to be resolved immediately as to not cause my wife any further distress. We highly recommend Christopher Young as a man of great integrity.

Posted by Denise | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Exceptional Trust Attorney

I was referred to Christopher Young with the Alvarez Firm, hearing good words of him I hired him to assist me with the family trust of my late father it was a long three year process and stressful at times and he guided me through step by step by phone appointments and e-mails he always returned my c...alls or e-mails or had his paralegals Tiffany and Kelsey assist with my questions or concerns. I am so grateful for his knowledge and patience I couldn’t of done it without him and I would definitely recommend him and his amazing team .... I was blessed Thank you

Posted by Anni | April 16, 2020 | Trusts

AN EXCEPTIONAL ATTORNEY

I highly recommend Christopher P. Young, Attorney specializing in Estate Planning | Elder Law | Trust Administration. Mr. Young is truly interested in helping finding solutions that fit. He explained all of my options as well as advised me based on my particular circumstances. He's knowledgeable an...d caring. Mr. Young made me feel a lot better and I would definitely hire him again.

Posted by John | October 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

A truly outstanding experience and attorney

I have been involved in a very painful and complicated family Trust litigation matter. I was referred to Chris by a friend, an estate planning attorney, who insisted I would be pleased with his services, and I have been - even more so than expected. My experience with Chris has been truly ‘outstand...ing’. He is very strategic, clever, and knowledgeable in the areas of expertise I retained him for. He quickly gets to the essence of what I wish to achieve even when I do not explain it well. His summarizations of our phone conversations (I live out of state) arrive promptly, are accurate and exceptionally-well written. Chris has never once missed an agreed upon phone meeting, deadline, or other event. He is outstanding in preparation/presentation of materials (e.g. declarations) for the court. My wife (who has a law degree) is very impressed with his legal acumen and gift of effective communication. Without fail, Chris is accurate and fair in his billings. Finally, and very important to me, he is empathetic and has an uncommon level of integrity. Without reservation I highly recommend Chris Young to those considering his services.

Posted by Karla | March 31, 2011 | Trusts

Great experience

My husband and I needed to have will/trust drawn up before leaving the country and naturally waited until the last minute. Chris and his partner were able to give lots of information and suggestions. The trust was drawn up and ready for us to sign before we left. We loved the ability to communicat...e personally as well as by email. We weren't charged by the phone call or email, so we really felt that we could ask all the questions we wanted. That was very beneficial. We also appreciated the kinds of questions that they asked us, it made for good decisions and understandings of what was best for us. Since that time, Chris has been helpful on several other small matters that needed advice. I find it very comforting to have a "go to lawyer" that will give me the information I need quickly. The value has been superb in very respect.

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Christopher P Young's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Wendell

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Chris for many years on a variety of matters. Chris' significant background in finance, tax, and estate planning make him my personal "go to" guy when I have a matter involving a more complex estate."

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Stephen Wood

Estate planning lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Chris to be a thoughtful, honest, skilled and caring attorney. He finds creative solutions to complex problems and is an expert in his field. I have no hesitation referring clients to Chris. He is a man of high morals and great character - someone you can trust."

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Lynn Ryder

Elder law lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is the attorney I entrust my clients to when there's a matter of elder law, estate planning, trust administration, etc. that is more complicated than I want to handle. They always thank me for sending them to a kind, honest, and experienced attorney. Aside from being a thoroughly skilled attorney, Chris is exceptionally caring and that goes a long way with clients."

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J Pixton

Elder law lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a thorough and creative attorney who cares for his clients and works hard for the best outcome. Clients give him not only thanks but hugs."

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Eric Smith

Trusts lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is knowledgeable, caring and has a great depth of understanding in a variety of trust law areas."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law, State Bar of California - Certified Specialist

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Probate Attorney, Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

2012 - 2024

Attorney, The Alvarez Firm, PC

2010 - 2012

Attorney, Pixton Law Group

2009 - 2010

Financial Advisor, Morgan Stanley

2006 - 2009

Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch

2004 - 2006

Associate Attorney, Wright Penning & Beamer PC

2003 - 2003

Judicial Extern for Hon. Henry W. Saad, Michigan Court Of Appeals

Associations

2012 - Present

State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates Section

Member

2012 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Attorney Member

2012 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Southern California chapter)

Member

2010 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Estate Planning and Administration Section

Member

2010 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Elder Law Section

Member

2013 - 2016

Ventura County Adult Abuse Prevention Council

Board of Directors

2012 - 2013

Oregon State Bar, Elder Law Section, Computers and Technology Subcommittee

Executive Committee Member

2011 - 2012

Senior Provider Information Network

Board of Directors

2011 - 2012

Multnomah Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

Ave Maria School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Christendom College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Disease Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Disease

2016

Trusts From A to Z Special Needs Trusts (CLE)

2016

Camarillo Health Care District

Legal Tools for Caregivers

2015

Trusts 101 (CE for Attorneys, CPAs) Ethical Considerations

2015

Trusts 101 (CE for Attorneys, CPAs) Estate Planning for the Disabled

2015

Lawyers in the Library Oh No...Someone Died

2015

Lawyers in the Library Special Needs Trusts

2015

Camarillo Health Care District What Happens If I Don't Die?

2015

Camarillo Health Care District Someone Died! What Now?

2014

Lawyers in the Library OMG! Someone Died!

2014

Caregiver Resources

Legal Tools for Caregivers

2014

Camarillo Health Care District

What Happens If I Don't Die?

2014

Camarillo Health Care District

Somebody Died...What Now?

2013

The Bonaventure - Holiday Retirement Legal Series

Is Your Legal House In Order?

2013

Simi Hills - Holiday Retirement Legal Series

Is Your Legal House In Order?

2013

Rotary Club Luncheon Speaker Planning Your Future Quiz

2012

The Upside of Downsizing Asset Protection & Estate Planning

2012

Aging In Place Seminar Life & Estate Planning

2011

Legal Notes

Elder Law Questions & Answers

2011

Caritas Villa Speaker Series

Elder Law & Estate Planning

2011

Caregiver Support Class

Senior Resources - Elder Law

Publications

2019

Oregon State Bar, Elder Law Section Estate Recovery: A tale of two states

2016

National Business Institute Seminar Special Needs Trusts - Course Book

2015

National Business Institute Seminar Estate Planning for the Disabled - Course Book

2015

National Business Institute Seminar Ethical Considerations - Course Book

2011

Retirement Connection Guide Four Steps to Help Plan for Disability

Languages

English

Activity

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