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

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

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Amy Lauren Gostanian's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | Probate

Posted by Larry | December 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Amy Gostanian is the best in Newport Beach

First off I want to say that I feel very blessed that I was recommended to Amy, I have a Special Needs Trust that my parents left me when they died .In the Estate & Will they named my sister Susan as the Trustee of my SNT, to make a long story short my sister was not impartial with me and we both had... conflicts of interest. A really good friend of mine listened to my problems and immediately referred me to Amy and my life has dramatically been stress free ever since. I agree that the probate court doesn't move fast but Amy was always consistent in replying to my emails in a timely manner. She has been Unbelievably Transparent with her billing even though this is a SNT and I am a Sole Beneficiary. I really admire the level of respect and honesty she gives me. If anyone is going through a similar situation I highly recommend Amy. The cost of her services are invaluable.

Posted by Edmond | April 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Trust Attorney Extraordinaire

I became a Successor Trustee for our estate in 2011, and for the first time my wife and I met Amy Gostanian. I had no idea this journey to fulfill my parent's wishes would be so complicated, but Amy was there for me every step of the way. Her sage advice was invaluable and helped me on may occasions.... She was always just a phone call away and as I lived out-of-state, I took advantage of this many times. The Law Firm managed and advised but they were always careful to let me make the decisions. When my sister became gravely ill, I had to start selling some of our property only to find out that my parents had not placed either property back in the trust long ago. This error did not occur on Amy's watch... Nothing to be done but correct that error and move forward as quickly as possible. We had to rush through probate in order to proceed with the sale and Amy and Michelle handled this expertly to say the least. This was around the time I first met Michelle Bartolic (Amy's new associate). Talk about sharp, I could tell Michelle was on top of her game. Moving forward, these two attorneys helped me through the worst time of my life and explained trust and probate law in terms even I could understand. Now that both parents and my sister are resting and finally at peace, I have just dispersed the last of the estate to the last beneficiary. With Michelle's blessing, last week I finally closed the trust. I strongly recommend Gostanian Law for all matters related to trusts, probate and litigation should it be needed. I thank my lucky stars that they were there for me these past 8 years. You can imagine the weight that is now off my shoulders. Thank you!

Posted by Lisa | October 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate

The Best!

Amy was able to take over handling my parents estate from another attorney and I am very grateful for all of her and her staff's support and help. Amy is very kind and caring and helped me through some tough spots in the process. Billing was very fair and accurate. Communication was timely and gr...eatly appreciated. I'll be returning to have my own trust done. Thank you Amy!

Posted by Gregory | October 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Conservator

Amy Gostanian was referred to me by a court appointed attorney. After speaking with her, I realized this was the perfect person for me. Ms. Gostanian is a true professional in every aspect. She is concise and expects perfection from everyone in her law firm because she is extremely well prepared. ... I have watched her "in action" twice in front of a judge and it is clearly evident how much respect the courts have for her. I would recommend Ms. Gostanian to any person who needs legal help concerning litigation, estate planning, or probate.

Posted by Valerie | December 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Postiive Experience with Excellent Team

I have only positive things to say about Amy and her team. She previously did some legal and estate work for my mother and my brother and they were pleased with her. Last year, I was in desperate need for legal assistance as I needed to go through a probate process for two estates. She met with my... husband and I and guided us through the probate process thoroughly and expertly. I have recommended her to another friend and would not hesitate to use her firm in the future. All in all, it was a positive experience with an excellent team.

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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

Probate lawyer

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Sacha Pomares

Probate lawyer

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Joseph Patton

Probate lawyer

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Cheryl Walsh

Elder law lawyer

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Megan Acosta

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Joshua Abel

Business lawyer

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Kerri Strunk

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Paul Miller

Probate lawyer

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Bradley Kirk

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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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