Scott Marshall Grossman

Scott Marshall Grossman

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 31 years

Litigation Lawyer at Riverside, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Probate

6370 Magnolia Avenue, Suite 320, Riverside, CA

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Litigation 51%

Probate and trust litigation. We help beneficiaries get their rightful inheritance.

31 years | 318 cases

51%
Probate 49%

Helping executors and administrators correctly administer probate estates.

25 years | 305 cases

49%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 95-450 per hour

Contingency

25%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Riverside Office

6370 Magnolia Avenue, Suite 320, Riverside, CA, 92506

San Diego Office

11440 West Bernardo Court, Suite 300, San Diego, CA, 92127

Temecula Office

43537 Ridge Park Drive, Suite 101, Temecula, CA, 92590

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Scott Marshall Grossman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Trusts

Posted by Sonya | February 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

The very best Trust Litigation attorney in Southern California

Mr. Scott Grossman, Attorney of The Grossman Law Firm, APC and I became acquainted in June of 2020 and hired to represent me on my later brothers estate. Mr. Scott Grossman, Attorney is highly formally educated in taxes and law, highly professional, highly thorough, highly personable, highly reasona...ble, and highly follows through with absolutely every detail to the very end. As such my late brothers estate was concluded in February of 2024. In conclusion, I highly recommend Mr. Scott Grossman, Attorney for all of your Trust Litigation needs ! Thank you for everything that you have performed and concluded for me ! Regards, Sonya M. von Moltke Milena, Client

Posted by Charles | January 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Greatest Trust Attorney In Southern California

Scott Marshall Grossman is very knowledgeable and I consider myself lucky to have him represent me. Scott's rates are reasonable; he and his staff are attentive to my case. I am grateful to have found this experienced law firm and am impressed with Scott's expertise. If you haven't decided on an expe...rt trust attorney please take the time to give him a call for a free consultation. You will be very happy to retain Scott to represent you.

Posted by Jay | March 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Providing hope where there was none.

Mr Grossman believed in me when I refused to believe that justice would prevail. Having only the word of a homeless stranger, no money to offer, he accepted my case and believes my story of a greedy brother wanting it all. Now gone the documents proving my claim stolden. Along with legal trickery ...and manipultion what is rightfully mine being sold and me being dismissed by my older brother, whom is already well off, I had all but given up after the death of my mother. We were very close and besides my brother the only family I had. I was a step away from ending my life. After a matter of days I found myself homeless, with out transportation, phone, even food. Overnight what my mom planned for years to make sure exactly this situation would never happen ,happened. All because we both trusted my older brother not to take advantage and split all belongings 50/50. He wanted 100. Had me kicked outta my moms home the next day. Told me the wrong funeral date, though I managed to make it anyway. Throws away everything he couldn't sell without even asking me anything. Ignore my multipul attempts to leave me a contact number, address, anyway of reaching him. Mr Grossmen gave me a reason to live when all I wanted to do was die. Now over 400 days have passed since my mom died. Finally my brother has been ordered to produce the trust documents, I once had, and an accounting of the accents. First time in a long time my brother contacted me on Facebook. He wants to make me a deal!! I want him to go to jail for what he has put me through. And my moms ashes. The money isn't my goal, though it would be nice not being cold, hungry and tired, I just want things to be as my mom wanted the to be. That and justice! I'll leave that to the expertise of Mr. Grossman! Oh yeah, I still haven't returned my brothers texted yet. See how he likes waiting for the empty ring of my phone. But I'm still cold.

Posted by Norman | November 12, 2010 | Trusts

I know its what my grandparents would have wanted

After my father passed away, I knew it was my grandmother’s intention for me to share her estate with my uncle (her only surviving child) in my father’s absence. However, after my grandmother’s death, my uncle would only provide bits and pieces of information about the estate. Suspicious that my un...cle was taking advantage of me, I decided to hire an attorney. Initially, I was reluctant and cautious before entering into a relationship with The Grossman Law Firm, having had a bad experience in the past with attorneys. However, after repeated telephone calls I felt comfortable moving forward. Scott really made me feel at ease as far as the whole legal process. He basically gave me the rundown on what my uncle was doing, and it was almost exact! He didn’t even know the guy and he already knew what was going on. Through Scott’s diligence and perseverance, it was discovered that my grandmother suffered from dementia and that a new trust was created and signed while under my Uncle’s care. The case was further complicated after an existing trust was discovered, exposing the fact that most of my grandmother’s assets were hidden, including a piece of Texas farmland and a 5-Plex, leading to two separate trust litigation cases and one probate case. Eventually the case went to mediation. Evidence of Norm’s grandmother’s medical condition was provided during mediation after the defense made an initial settlement offer that was very low. As a result I received nearly 10 times the amount than was initially offered. Scott’s persistence lead to us coming to an agreement. An agreement which could not have been a result without my counsel. I don’t think I could have done it with any other lawyer. It was a very difficult case, but he was always in control. During the nearly two-year long ordeal, I was impressed with how Scott handled my case, especially in light of the fact that I lived in Texas while the case was being litigated in California. Scott kept me informed at all times and whatever he told me he followed through with. There were no surprises. He was very forthcoming with my thoughts, but he always left it up to me to make the ultimate decision on what I wanted to do. We built mutual trust, which at first I did not have because of my leeriness with what happened in the past. Every time I called, I got right through to me no problem. He always knew what was going on in the case and where we were at, up to the same day. It was really kind of amazing, actually. I felt like I was my only client. Scott Grossman was very professional at all times. I would work with me again and anyone he would recommend for that matter. I know it’s what my grandparents would have wanted. That’s the most important aspect of it. They wanted me to have something. And by the grace of God, I got Scott Grossman as my attorney and it worked out perfectly for me in my matter. I would highly recommend The Grossman Law Firm to anyone else going through the same circumstances. Scott’s an honest attorney. That goes a long way with people.

Posted by Jack | November 03, 2010 | Trusts

Scott got me control and my attorney's fees

A poorly drafted trust with an unusual stipulation nearly resulted in me losing my inheritance. My three sisters and I were appointed co-trustees of our parent’s trust, with the understanding that each sibling would receive equal shares of the trust upon their their deaths. However, after both pare...nts passed away, my sisters relied on an unusual provision that appeared to allow for a majority rule for control of what happened inside the trust, thus shutting me out of every step of the process as a result. Upon recommendations from other attorneys, I contracted Scott Grossman for help. When my sisters projected an unrealistic sales price for our parent’s primary residence in a declining market, Mr. Grossman filed a petition with the probate court to force the sale of the property at auction and allow for equal distribution of all of the estate’s property. The judge subsequently ordered mediation prior to scheduling a trial date. By the time mediation took place, comps on the home indicated an $86,000 difference between my sister’s projected sales price and the actual value of the home. Mediation took place and we successfully came to an agreement. The mediation agreement included the estate being responsible for paying my attorney fees and costs, as well as my parents' home being sold at auction providing me with my equal share of the estate. A change in the trust’s majority rule provision was also agreed upon, resulting in all of us receiving equal control of the trust. As a retired police officer, I have spent a great deal of time working with attorneys throughout my career. I found Scott Grossman to be a cut above the rest.

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Terry Beecher

Litigation lawyer | Oct 25

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"If you want an attorney with the knowledge and experience to competently represent you in regards to trust and probate litigation issues, Scott is your man. Scott has the ability to assess the relative strength or weakness of your case and to help you set realistic expectations on the outcome. Scott understands the balance between being reasonable and being an aggressive advocate to achieve the best results for his client."

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Benjamin Glass

Litigation lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you are in an inheritance battle in California you are going to want to talk to Scott Grossman and get a copy of his terrific book, Winning the Inheritance Battle. There simply aren't that many lawyers with experience in what we call "probate litigation." Give Scott a call."

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Peter Depew

Probate lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Grossman provides a much needed service on Avvo. He donates his time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers."

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Sharon Anderson

Probate lawyer | Nov 12

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ilana Sable

Probate lawyer | Oct 27

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"Scott is an exceptional attorney, an aggressive litigator and a trusted adviser. I endorse him for his depth of knowledge in all probate matters and history of great service to his clients."

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Barry Rosenzweig

Probate lawyer | Oct 09

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"I endorse Attorney Scott Grossman who has a wealth of information on complex legal matters. I would recommend that you review his website for more information. He has countless happy clients. This is evident by the amount of referrals he receives from satisfied clients."

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Paul Molinaro

Probate lawyer | Sep 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Catherine Schwartz

Litigation lawyer | Jan 28

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Davis

Litigation lawyer | Aug 19

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jordan Dorrestein

Unknown lawyer | Sep 12

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Kim

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is on the leading edge of legal issues and he really cares about providing helpful information to consumers so they can make better and informed decisions about their legal issues like estate planning. He has also authored books which he makes available free on his website."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

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

2010

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

2010

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Founding Attorney, The Grossman Law Firm, APC

Associations

2010 - Present

State Bar of California, Litigation Section

Member

2004 - Present

State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates Section

Member

1994 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Brandt Family Trust

Settlement

Leona Doris Lusk Trust

Trust and will set aside

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Education

2005

University of San Diego

LLM

1994

California Western SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Tufts University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Probate Bootcamp

Probate

2015

Probate Boot Camp - A 2 Day Practical Course Probate Litigation

2014

KFI Sunday Morning News Donald Sterling Trust Litigation

2013

2013

Oddities and Challenges in Probate Law Tackle Personal Representative Challenges Gracefully

2010

Security

Securing Your Estate

Publications

2013

Word Association Winning The Inheritance Battle

2012

Riverside Lawyer Getting Your Client Their Rightful Inheritance

2009

The Ultimate Guide to California Trust and Probate Litigation The Ultimate Guide to California Trust and Probate Litigation

2009

The Insider's Guide to California Probate and Trust Administration Insider's Guide to California Probate and Trust Administration

Languages

English

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