Amy Lauren Gostanian

Amy Lauren Gostanian

also known as Amy Lauren Koshinski

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Litigation Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Probate, Guardianship, Estate Planning

1201 Dove Street, STE 475, Newport Beach, CA

About Amy

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Litigation 55%

Litigation only as it related to Probate/Trust/Estates-Accountings, Contests, Breach of Fiduciary Duty, Conservatorships, Guardianships, Spousal Property Petitions, Heggstad Petitions, Compromise Claims of Minor/Dependent Adult

21 years

55%
Probate 30%

Probate Estate Administration, Spousal Property Petitions, Creditor Issues, 13100 Petitions, Conservatorships

21 years

30%
Guardianship 10%

Probate guardianship of the person is set up because a child is living with an adult who is not the child’s parent, and the adult needs a court order to make decisions on behalf of the child.

21 years

10%
Estate Planning 5%

Revocable Living Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney for non-taxable estates

21 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 495-600 per hour

Contingency

30%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Estate Lawyers

1201 Dove Street, STE 475, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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Amy Lauren Gostanian's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Posted by Barry Rodolff | May 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Excellent Attorney

I highly recommend Amy. She has helped my family on three different occasions. She set up a trust for my wife and me, including related documents (e.g. wills, powers of attorney, advance directives, etc.). She also drafted a trust amendment for my mother and helped me with the trust administration... after my mother passed away. Finally, she drafted a special needs trust for my niece. Throughout it all, Amy has been knowledgeable, exceptionally competent and patient with my family. I couldn't ask for anything more from an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Amy Gostanian

we have worked with Amy since 2008 on trust related issues - from the initial establishment of the trust through modifications needed as circumstances changed. We have always felt that any suggestions made/implemented were in our best interests and have never felt the need to second guess Amy. She ...knows her stuff and is able to explain the legalese so that a layman can understand it. She has always been available to answer questions. We feel that she is interested in us as people, not just clients - that's important. We will continue to use her services.

Posted by Staci | May 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Top Notch Attorney and Firm

Amy was recommended to us by an attorney alternative that is located in the same building as my employer. Our first meeting with Amy was informative and we knew she was who we needed to represent the trust matter we had faced, and we were right. Our case, from what I understand was not the norm and... had several road blocks that Amy and Ericka were able to steer us around and get to the result we needed. They are quick to respond to any questions we had and always gave us the correct information we needed to move forward with our case. I highly recommend this firm for any Probate/Trust matters you may have. You will not be sorry....my only regret is I didn't get to see these ladies in action in a court room. Thank you again Amy, Ericka and staff for the exceptional work you do and keeping us moving forward and grounded through this difficult time.

Posted by Karen | February 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Top-Notch Lawyer

Amy Gostanian successfully represented my family’s interests through a contentious estate lawsuit; one, which other attorneys said, would be very difficult to win and had actually discouraged us from pursuing. Amy, however, took the time to hear our story, and although she understood the challen...ges we faced, she assured us it was a battle worth taking. Amy’s encouragement, and her desire to take our case, provided us with the courage we needed to stand up and fight for what was right. From the very beginning, Amy let us know that we would be working as a team, and that is exactly what transpired. She clearly outlined the steps we needed to take, enlisted our involvement in the process, and kept the lines of communication open through meetings, phone calls and emails. Her exceptional staff and associates also provided outstanding support throughout the process. Our experience with Amy revealed that she is a confident, experienced litigator who is highly qualified in estate law. She knows all the angles; is fierce when needed, remains cool under pressure, and knows how to provide support to her clients when they need it. We found Amy to be professional, honest, fair and ethical. Over the course of time that she worked on our case, it also became evident that both attorneys, as well as judges, respect her. I simply cannot recommend Amy Gostanian highly enough. Her superb qualities and skills brought an arduous, and seemingly hopeless, situation to an equitable resolution. She is the epitome of what attorneys should be.

Posted by Caitlyn | January 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Highly Recommend

Amy is an awesome lawyer. She helped my family through an incredibly stressful probate process. From the first conversation, she has been candid in all her communication to us. We had no idea what the probate process was going to entail or what exactly was going to happen, and Amy explained the e...ntire process in plain English and was able to put our fears to rest. She has shown time and time again through all the road blocks we encountered that she really knows her stuff. She has extensive knowledge of the local court system, which she uses to her (and ultimately our) advantage. To top it off, she has been attentive and considerate to our unique situation, going above and beyond her typical lawyer duties to show my family special consideration. She has been our resource for a variety of questions, some not even related to our probate process. We know we can trust her opinion and expertise. Amy's office staff also deserves recognition. They have been awesome at each and every step of the process. Overall, I would highly recommend Amy and her office for their services.

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Amy Lauren Gostanian's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sacha Pomares

Probate lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Amy is extremely experienced and dedicated."

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Joseph Patton

Probate lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Amy is committed to excellence and always works to provide the very best service to her clients. She is incredibly knowledgeable and always a pleasure to work with. Amy has my full endorsement as an experienced Trust, Estate, and Probate Litigation expert."

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Kathleen Nichols

Probate lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Amy Gostanian and her firm! I have had the pleasure to work with Amy and witness her dedication to her clients. Amy and her firm are experienced probate litigators that have passion for their clients. I have enjoyed working with Amy and highly recommend her firm on probate litigation matters."

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Michele Carmeli

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Amy Gostanian in the trust and estate planning/litigation field. Amy is a highly moral and ethical attorney who is very well regarded by our peers and judges. She takes a sincere interest in her clients and provides excellent representation."

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Nicole Newman

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As a fellow estate planning attorney, I refer my clients to Amy for matters that are out of my expertise. Each time, my clients are highly satisfied with working with Amy. Besides being a smart and experienced attorney, Amy treats each one of her clients with the utmost respect and care. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Frederick Muscarella

Trusts lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Gostanian is an extremely knowledgeable, dedicated and professional Trust and Estate attorney. Her clients are fortunate to have her."

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Courtney Shepard

Probate lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of personally working with Mrs. Gostanian. She is an aggressive and intelligent lawyer who provides outstanding representation to her clients."

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Joshua Abel

Probate lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy really does put the "pro" in probate. She is classy, sophisticated, aggressive, and professional. Amy handles her cases with elegance and grace while ensuring her clients have personalized attention along the way. She is an expert in estate planning and probate law; you can retain her with confidence."

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Bradley Kirk

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Gostanian is a superb lawyer. I have personally worked with her on cases, and she has proven herself to be one of the top trust and probate attorneys in the area. She also has an engaging personality - a real joy to work with."

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Brian Sloan

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent Attorney, and fellow Pepperdine Law School Alum."

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Michelle Bartolic

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Sacha Pomares

Probate lawyer

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Joseph Patton

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Elder law lawyer

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Joshua Abel

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

2024 Superlawyer- Trust and Estate Litigation, SuperLawyers

2023

2023 Superlawyer- Trust and Estate Litigation, SuperLawyers

2022

2022 Superlawyer- Trust and Estate Litigation, SuperLawyers

2021

2021 Superlawyer- Trust and Estate Litigation, Super Lawyers

2020

2020 Superlawyer- Trust and Estate Litigation, Super Lawyers

2019

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

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Avvo Clients Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

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

2004

Certificate of Entrepreneurship and Technology Law, Pepperdine University School of Law

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, The Estate Lawyers, APC

Associations

2014 - Present

ProVisors

Executive Committee Member

2008 - Present

ProVisors

Group Leader Associate

2005 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2005 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2019 - 2021

Orange County Bar Association

Chair/Conservatorships

Education

2004

Pepperdine University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Univ of Colorado Boulder

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Conservatorship, Guardianship, & Protective Proceedings Section Meeting Petitions for Conservatorship & Common Errors & Ways to Avoid Them

2015

The Alona Cortese Elder Law Center Elder Law

2015

Drafting and Designing Revocable Trusts in California Planning for Smaller Estates and Pour Over Wills

Publications

2003

Law Journal Dispute Resolution

Languages

English

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