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Justin is a native of Santa Monica. He graduated from USC, with honors, and magna cum laude from Temple University School of Law. During law school, he was a member of the Political & Civil Rights Law Review, and a mentor for the Jewish Law Students Association. Justin spent his final year of law school as a visiting student at UCLA. There, he externed for the Honorable Gary A. Feess, a federal judge presiding in the Central District of California.
After graduating law school and passing the bar in 2012, Justin joined his father's practice, establishing Gordon & Gordon, and has since gained extensive experience in Estate Planning, Trust Administration, Probate, and Real Estate law. He is a former Executive Board Member of the LA County Bar Association Barristers/Young Attorneys Section, and former Co-Chair of its Networking Committee.
Those who want to plan for the future and ensure that their assets are protected find a reliable, competent advocate when they choose Gordon & Gordon as their attorneys. For handling wills and trusts, powers of attorney, advance health care directives, probate litigation and administration, and assistance with a variety of real estate issues, Justin has earned an Avvo “10.0” rating and "5 Stars" on Yelp from his clients.
Justin was selected as a “Rising Star” for Super Lawyers in Southern California every year from 2019-2026, which is an honor bestowed on the top 2.5% of attorneys under 40.
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Posted by Erika | February 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Highly Recommend
I decided to work with Justin after having a terrible experience with a probate lawyer after my dad’s passing. It was one of the best decisions I could’ve made. From day 1, his communication was great. He took the time to explain things in a way I could understand every step of the way. He always res...
Posted by Carol | November 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Justin M. Gordon, Esq. - OUTSTANDING Attorney!!
Justin M. Gordon is a brilliant Attorney, who provides outstanding work for his Clients -- always conscientious, efficient, knowledgeable and gracious. Coupled with utmost integrity and honor, Justin is "The BEST of All Worlds". Over years, I have referred many Friends and Family to Justin and his ...
Thanks so much for the kind words, Carol!
Posted by Kelly | May 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Exceptional
Here are the facts about these two extraordinary attorneys: 1) They both have encyclopedic knowledge of the law. You name the concern, they got the law to back you up. 2) They are the most compassionate people I know. When my mother found out she only had weeks to live, I contacted them. They had t...
Posted by Sylvia | June 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Competent affordable lawyer
I found Justin here on Avvo when I needed an attorney that could represent me and my cousins in a probate case of a distant relative. I have contacted a few lawyers through Avvo and several of them did not even bother to answer. But Justin got back to me without delay and offered to review the case t...
Dear Sylvia, Thank you so much for your extremely kind and generous review. Clients like you and your cousins are what makes our practice fulfilling and worthwhile. We wish you all the best.
Posted by Jackie2000 | December 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Power Of Attorney
Excellent legal help and advice
I was in need of help in creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive and Power Of Attorney on behalf of a family member, but I wasn’t sure where to start. Just looking for a bit of advice, I was able to come in contact with Justin and I couldn’t be happier that I did. Justin did a great job at informin...
Thank you so much for your thorough and kind review. I'm so glad that we were able to assist you. Clients like you make the practice worthwhile.
"Mr. Gordon has an exceptional knowledge base and understanding of probate and estate planning. He is well-respected and conducts himself with immense professionalism."
"Mr. Gordon is a confident and knowledgeable attorney in the areas of estate planning and probate. He also has a genuine care for his clients and their interests. I endorse this attorney."
"I have been working with Justin for several years now and he has developed into a fine lawyer who has a high regard for the law and the interest of his clients. It is a pleasure working with him."
"I have known Justin for several years, both personally and professionally. He is a tremendous lawyer, and a person of great integrity. I highly recommend his services."
"Justin is an extremely knowledgable attorney with a practice focused on Estate Planning. I have known Justin for many years and have always appreciated his incredible integrity and good judgment."
"Justin is a tremendous attorney who is truly dedicated to advocating on behalf of his clients. He strives to always further understand the nuances of the law. He comes prepared and always does his due diligence. I endorse and highly recommend Justin."
"Justin is a dedicated and high skilled attorney. After working with him on several matters, I am extremely impressed with his intelligence, drive, and commitment to his clients. I'd highly recommend him to anyone."
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2012
Magna Cum Laude, Temple University, Beasley School of Law
2012 - Present
Attorney, Gordon & Gordon
2012 - 2012
Extern, The Honorable Gary A. Feess, Central District of CA
2011 - 2011
Summer Associate, Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp, LLP (Washington D.C.)
2010 - 2010
Legal Intern, CBS
2018 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Barristers SectionBoard Member
2012 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Section
2012 - Present
State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates Section
2012 - Present
American Bar Association
2019 - 2021
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Barristers/Young Attorneys SectionCo-Chair, Networking Committee
2012 - 2014
Beverly Hills Bar Association
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
Visiting Scholar
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2020
Estate Planning 101
2017
Real Estate Sales During the Probate Process
2020
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Should my parents and I take title to a house as joint tenants, tenants in common or?
12 Mar 2019
My brother passed away?
17 Jan 2019
Do i have to put investment accounts in probate to have it changed into my name or the trust
18 Sep 2018