Lydia Mendoza Mosser is a graduate of Columbia Law School, a lawyer, mom and native of Los Angeles. She spent the first decade of her legal career as business litigator and trial attorney for one of the largest firms in Los Angeles where she was named as a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers Magazine several years in a row. As a former litigator, she knows that the best way to avoid legal disputes is to implement proper legal planning from the beginning. She uses her experience to help her clients avoid costly litigation and probate by creating customized estate and life plans for individuals, couples, and families that provide peace of mind.
Lydia is a member of Wealth Counsel, a national organization of trusts and estates attorneys, as well as other business professionals, who collaborate on creating the most up to date estate plans. This network provides her with access to the latest developments in estate planning, trust, probate and tax law which means that her clients can be assured that they are getting the best product available.
Practice areas
I provide a full range of customized estate planning services, including wills, revocable trusts, guardianship nominations, and durable powers for health care and finances. I will meet with you at your home or office.
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2006 | 02/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2014 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Manatt Phelps & Phillips | 2006 - 2018 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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California Minority Counsel Program | Member | 2019 - Present |
NLBWA - National Latina Business Women's Association | Member | 2018 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Mendoza Mosser Law blog | Making sure the kids are all right: why it’s important to choose a guardian for your minor children today | 2018 |
Mendoza Mosser Law blog | Aretha Franklin didn’t have an estate plan – why you should avoid making the same mistake | 2018 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Columbia University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2006 |
London School of Economics | MSc - Master of Science | 1998 |
University of California - Berkeley | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1997 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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CMPCP 2019 Annual Business Conference | Financial Success: Making Your Money Work for You | 2019 |
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October 8, 2018
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Mary Loung, Probate Attorney on Oct 18, 2018
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Lydia really knows the intricate processes of probate. She is knowledgeable and respected by the law community. I would not hesitate to refer clients to her.
Nikki Semanchik, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 18, 2018
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Lydia is an incredible attorney and a great resource to me as a fellow estate planning attorney.
Mary Loung, Probate Attorney on Oct 18, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Lydia really knows the intricate processes of probate. She is knowledgeable and respected by the law community. I would not hesitate to refer clients to her.
Nikki Semanchik, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 18, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Lydia is an incredible attorney and a great resource to me as a fellow estate planning attorney.
Bahar Geslin, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 18, 2018
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Lydia is very knowledgeable in the area of estate planning. She provides a highly personalized experience for her clients and is a great resource to me as a fellow estate planning attorney.
Juliya Spiegel, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 18, 2018
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Lydia is an incredible estate planning attorney. She is a true advisor to her clients and puts their needs first. I highly endorse Lydia due to her attention to detail, warm demeanor, and deep knowledge of estate planing.
Ellen Cookman, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 17, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer.
Shawna Murray, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 17, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. Lydia is very intelligent, hard-working, and in addition, has a friendly, caring demeanor. I highly recommend her.
Janet Wallace, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 17, 2018
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Lydia is an excellent attorney. She is extremely dedicated, personable, and knowledgeable. She fully customizes estate plans to the specific needs and wishes of the client though a process that is convenient and comfortable.
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