Justin M. Gordon

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Justin M. Gordon

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Probate Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Trusts

12100 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA

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About Justin

Biography

With six decades of combined legal experience, our firm provides a warm, personal touch when it comes to planning/administering one's estate, as well as other matters involved with probate, real estate, and trusts. Call or email us today for a complimentary initial consultation.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Probate 50%

Administration of Wills and/or decedent's estates where no Will or Trust is involved.

50%
Estate Planning 25%

Trusts, Wills, Advance Health Care Directives, Powers of Attorney, Deed, etc.

25%
Trusts 25%

Preparation and administration of Trusts.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Gordon & Gordon

12100 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA, 90025

gordontrust.com/

Online Presence

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Justin M. Gordon's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by Attila | May 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Brilliant Lawyer

You may think handling a probate is the simplest and easiest thing to deal with. Not when the relatives are leaving in 3 different countries (US, Austria, Romania). And not when a cousin cheated the whole family. Justin managed the case in excellent, genius way and he had in each complicated situ...ation a brilliant strategy. I was impressed how quickly I received all the updates and how quickly we managed the availability even we had 9 hour time difference. I can absolutely recommend Justin as an outstanding, incredible knowledgeable lawyer.

Justin Gordon

Replied last June 07, 2024

Thank you, Attila, for taking the time to write this very kind review. It was a pleasure working with your family to seek the justice that they deserved.

Posted by Krista | January 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Wonderful Attorney!

My sister and I contacted Justin to help with a probate case. We are out of state and have never been through this and Justin was extremely helpful and responsive and helped us through the entire process. We can't thank you enough Justin!

Posted by Janet | March 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Great Service

We were really stuck when our brother died in California and we live in Washington. What a blessing when we hooked up with Justin Gordon. Throughout the whole process we never met him, but we communicated mostly by email. He answered questions promptly, guided us novices through many computer issu...es, had answers when we needed them. We are VERY satisfied with him and his service to us.

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...ponded promptly and was able to answer all of my questions. Would definitely recommend and if the need arises, I’ll work with him again in the future.

Posted by Deborah | August 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Trust Fund Inheritance

I was an heir to my late Uncle’s trust fund. The trustee he appointed decided she could interpret his will and trust fund instructions to benefit herself. She refused to release my inheritance more then one year after his death. I contacted and interviewed at least ten attorneys to defend me. Most... of these attorneys wanted $20,000 retainer, the ones that did not wanted 25% of my inheritance to take the case and 50% after the first hearing. Then I interviewed Justin Gordon. He did not use scare tactics to push me, he did not make promises he could not keep. What he did do was approach the case calmly and logically. He was genuinely appalled at the trustee’s self dealing at my expense. He charged a fraction of the cost of the other attorney’s retainers. Justin Gordon returns calls, emails and even text messages the same day, usually within hours. He kept me informed both of good and bad news. He dealt with an openly hostile opposing counsel by knowing both what the law could and could not do and standing his ground. I received my full inheritance within a few months. The trustee had to pay her attorney ( who had promised her the moon) to lose. My son hired Justin and he too received his full inheritance. Again the trustee had to pay her attorney to lose. Honestly I did not have a high opinion of attorneys. Now I do, Justin has my respect and my gratitude for life. I absolutely know I would not have received my inheritance without an attorney but with Justin I also did not have to spend half of it just to get it. He is professional, honest and kind.

Justin Gordon

Replied last August 05, 2020

Thanks so much Debbie. This review made my day. I really appreciate your kind words. All the best, Justin

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Justin M. Gordon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Patricia Rodriguez

Real estate lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Friedman

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Gordon has an exceptional knowledge base and understanding of probate and estate planning. He is well-respected and conducts himself with immense professionalism."

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Hong Lyu

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Donald Gordon

Probate lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"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."

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Daniel Hauptman

Estate planning lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Aimee Haynes

Estate planning lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Michael Laufer

Estate planning lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Azadeh Sinai

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Justin Gordon

Unknown lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer, and he has a great name."

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Brian Friedman

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Hong Lyu

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Donald Gordon

Estate planning lawyer

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Michael Laufer

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Azadeh Sinai

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

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2019

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2012

Magna Cum Laude, Temple University, Beasley School of Law

Work Experience

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

Associations

2018 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Barristers Section

Board 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 Section

Co-Chair, Networking Committee

2012 - 2014

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Gabor Kadar

Estate of Virginia Baird Schnepp

Montano v. Davila & Tapia

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Education

2012

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

University of California at Los Angeles School of Law

Visiting Scholar

2008

Univ of Southern Calif

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Lincoln Memorial Congregational Church

Estate Planning 101

2017

Re/Max Grand Central

Real Estate Sales During the Probate Process

Publications

2020

2011

MSK Alert Murphy v. Millennium Radio Group, LLC

Languages

English

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