Chris Philip Kohl

Chris Philip Kohl

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 27 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts, Wills & Living Wills

5440 Trabuco Road, Irvine, CA

About Chris

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

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Location

Kohl and Associates

5440 Trabuco Road, Irvine, CA, 92620

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Posted by Martha | April 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

I was disinherited and no lawyer would help me, until I found Chris.

⸻ Chris is the kind of attorney you hope to find when you’re in a difficult situation. After being turned away by four other lawyers, Chris was the one who actually took the time to listen to me and take my case seriously. That alone set him apart—but it was everything that followed that truly mad...e the difference. From the beginning, his strategy, advice, and guidance were thoughtful, sharp, and clearly grounded in deep expertise. Because of Chris, our family was able to reach a settlement before going into litigation, which was the best possible outcome for us. That said, I felt completely at peace knowing that if we had needed to go to court, he would have been an incredibly strong advocate. Chris strikes a rare balance—he’s aggressive in all the right ways, but pairs that with exceptional intelligence and a strategic mindset that gives him a real edge. He’s confident without being arrogant, and you can tell he genuinely believes in what he’s doing for his clients. What meant the most to me, though, was how much he truly cares. Chris spent hours of his own personal time counseling me, making sure I understood every step and felt supported throughout the process. That level of dedication is not something you see every day. If you want someone in your corner who is both highly skilled and deeply invested in your case, Chris is absolutely the person you want on your side.

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2009

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

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Lead Counsel, Kohl and Associates

2001 - 2013

Trust/Probate Litigation Attorney, Flanigan Law Group

1998 - 2001

Tax Attorney, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, LLP

Associations

2009 - Present

California Legal Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, & Probate Law

Attorney Member

2005 - Present

California Department of Real Estate

Broker

2004 - Present

California Secretary of State

Notary Public

2002 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2002 - Present

State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates Section

Attorney Member

Education

1998

UCLA SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Univ of California Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

www.kohltrustlaw.com

Trust Litigation: Financial Elder Abuse, Undue Influence, and Lake of Capacity

2013

Handle on the Law - Law Day

Trust Litigation

Publications

2013

Kohl and Associates Website Kohl and Associates Website

Languages

English

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