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Scott Peter Schomer
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About Scott
Biography
I am Scott P. Schomer, founding attorney of Schomer Estate & Wealth Advisors, a team of experienced professionals dedicated to estate planning, trust administration, and probate litigation across Los Angeles County—including Santa Monica, Brentwood, El Segundo, Torrance, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Long Beach.
As a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law (certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization), I’ve spent more than 30 years helping families, trustees, beneficiaries, and fiduciaries navigate California’s legal and tax systems with clarity and confidence.
We don’t work alone. At Schomer Estate & Wealth Advisors, we’ve built a collaborative team of attorneys, fiduciary advisors, paralegals, and tax professionals who understand the legal and financial dimensions of estate management. Together, we design estate plans that work, fix those that don’t, and guide our clients through life’s most important transitions.
I also serve as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Loyola Law School, where I teach Trusts and Wills, and am regularly appointed by the courts as a temporary judge, court-approved counsel, and expert witness in complex probate and trust disputes.
Our firm focuses on:
Estate Planning: Revocable living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, health care directives
Trust and Probate Administration
Contested Estates and Trust Litigation
Elder Law and long-term care planning
Whether you’re preparing a new plan, facing probate, managing a trust, or cleaning up a legal mess someone else left behind, we’re here to help. We believe in practical solutions, clear communication, and high standards—because your legacy deserves nothing less.
If you’re looking for a trusted estate planning attorney or probate lawyer in Los Angeles or the South Bay, we welcome the opportunity to serve you.
Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate & Trust Law | Law Professor | Probate Litigator
Certified Specialist in Probate Law | Probate and Trust Administration Solutions serving clients throughout Los Angeles County, including El Segundo, Torrance, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Hermosa, Santa Monica, and Long Beach.
Certified Specialist in Estate Planning | Wills, Trusts, and Probate Solutions serving serve clients throughout Los Angeles county including El Segundo, Torrance, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Hermosa, Santa Monica, and Long Beach.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in California for 35 years
State: California
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Schomer Estate & Wealth Advisors
Fax
Fax
2155 Campus Drive, Suite 130, El Segundo, CA, 90245
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Scott Peter Schomer's Reviews
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Posted by Kim Claridy | May 17, 2010
Scott Peter Schomer
Mr. Schomer was excellent in getting our family trust and estate affairs in order. My husband and I had put off doing this and Scott really made the process easy! He is very passionate in making sure his clients get all that they need and we really appreciated it. I would highly recommend him and l...
Posted by Chet | May 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Elder Abuse
I am an attorney and after consulting with my colleagues on who to hire for an elder abuse matter they recommended Scott and I was extremely pleased. Scott is extremely knowledgeable about this very specialized and complex area of the law. Scott has a very calm demeanor and was able to provide the re...
Posted by Suzanne | June 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Will and Trust
Cesar Gil worked with my family to resolve some issues related to our Will and Trust. He took the time at the last minute to get all of our paperwork finalized and complete. My family member is somewhat immobile and he graciously offered to come to her. Appreciate you Cesar!
Posted by Gary | November 10, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
Thank you
Scott helped me resolve a legal issue that was a major thorn. He was responsive, knowledgeable and excellent at explaining complex concepts. I recommend him highly.
Posted by Bob L | October 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
You may only have a chance to get it right one time
When you’re presented with an invitation to attend in a mailer, you may have reservations, this was a truly gift!! My wife and I were educated and guided through the process of creating a family trust. Both of our parents had attorney’s that “worked” with wills/trusts, but came up short. Fortunately,...
Scott Peter Schomer's Lawyer Endorsements
"Extremely experienced and well versed in various areas of the law steeped with knowledge on complex issues. Highly recommend Scott."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I know Scott and his firm both professionally and through our mutual affiliation with a national organization of estate planning attorneys that fosters professional excellence. Scott is an experienced and qualified estate planning attorney. He cares about his clients and makes complicated estate planning concepts easy to understand. I endorse him as a top-notch estate planning attorney."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Scott on a conservatorship case. The case involved a sensitive family matter and required expertise to make the client feel safe and compassion to make the client feel heard. Scott was an expert all around, as was his staff. I highly recommend Scott for any litigation, estate planning or other related matter. He's a true professional."
"Scott is a great estate planning attorney. He is very knowledgeable, caring, and thorough. I would recommend him to anyone looking to do an estate plan."
"Scott is a very honest, knowledgeable and professional attorney who fights hard for his clients. I am very impressed not only with his professionalism, but his extensive knowledge regarding probate litigation, elder law, and estate planning. I would not hesitate to refer my clients to Scott should they require his help."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Scott is a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys which provides attorneys with law-practice support and management resources -- which enables him to focus on the needs and objectives of his clients. Good guy."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Scott through our affiliation with a national organization of estate planning attorneys that fosters professional excellence. Scott is a compassionate and knowledgeable estate planning attorney. He cares about his clients and makes complicated estate planning concepts easy to understand. I endorse him as an exceptional estate planning attorney."
"It is a privilege to endorse Scott. As a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys he is aware of the latest, best and most humane strategies available to guide clients to what they truly want, while being acutely aware of what is in their best interests."
"I know Scott through our mutual membership in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. He is an excellent attorney and I am happy to recommend him."
"Scott is one of the more active and experienced Los Angeles estate planning attorneys I've met. From his involvement with organizations such as the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the LA County Bar Association and more, he demonstrates a tireless dedication to his profession, and in turn to his clients. I highly recommend Scott."
"Scott is an excellent attorney, as his superb Avvo rating demonstrates. I am happy to give him my highest recommendation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott listens to his clients and uses his in-depth estate planning knowledge to provide the best solution."
"I met Scott through the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, a prestigious national network of estate planning and elder law attorneys. He has shown his commitment to clients through his involvement with that organization and his continuous effort to better himself and his law firm. I would recommend Scott to anyone in need of estate planning or elder law services."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Ryan as a colleague in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. He wants to help families."
"Scott is truly dedicated to helping the families he serves. This commitment comes through in the time he takes to educate his clients in the process of creating their estate plans. His caring professionalism comes through in the heartfelt words of each of the families who have expressed their appreciation in their testimonials on AVVO and on is law firm's webpage. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer without qualification or hesitancy. I know Peter as a colleague in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. He wants to help families."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, Southern California Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Southern California Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Southern California Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawer, Southern California Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Southern California Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, California Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, California Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, California Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2014
Life Member, The Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2014
Life Member, The Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2014
Los Angeles Wealth Manager, Five Star Professionals
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2013
Los Angeles Wealth Manager, Five Star Professionals
2013
Super Lawyers Magazine, Super Lawyers
2012
Los Angeles Wealth Manager, Five Star Professionals
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Los Angeles Wealth Manager, Five Star Professionals
2011
Super Lawyer, Southern California Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Founder, Schomer Estate & Wealth Advisors
1992 - 1998
President of the Board of Directors, Los Angeles Center for Law & Justic
1992 - 1998
Associate, Allen Matkins Leck Gamble & Mallory
1990 - 1992
Associate, Andrews & Kurth
Associations
2022 - Present
OPICADirector
2012 - Present
American Academy of Estate Planning AttorneysAttorney
2007 - Present
National Associate of Elder Law AttorneysMember
1990 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association
1996 - 1998
Center for Law & JusticePresident
1992 - 1998
Center For Law & Justicemember
Sample of Legal Cases
Verdict for defendant/cross-complainant
Judgment restoring residence to conservatee
Judgment for petitioner
Judgment for petitioner
Stipulated judgment for Petitioner
Plaintiff verdict: $4,719,436.00 plus real estate
Education
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2023
When is a Trust Protector Needed
2021
Trusts 101
2014
Estate Planning
2012
Representing Fiduciaries
2010
Selling Real Property During Probate
2009
Estate planning with children
2007
Estate Planning
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Scott earned significant contribution points in 2016.
Legal Answers
Preliminary distribution without accounting?
08 Jul 2025
Question about asset protection for an irrevocable trust?
02 Jul 2025
If only beneficiary designations (POD's and a TODD) are challenged, can I petition the court for a family allowance?
30 Jun 2025
Legal Guides
Establishing a Trust in 5 Steps
09 Jun 2022
5 Things to Know about the Role of Executor
09 Jun 2022
A Medi-Cal Waiver Can Provide an In-Home Care Solution
03 Feb 2022