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Michael Robert Weinstein
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Biography
I love what I do and it shows in the level of personal care I give to my clients. I was born in the Bronx, New York and attended Hunter College (now Lehman College). My early college experience was interrupted by four years of service in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam conflict. Upon returning from military service, I attended Pace College (now Pace University) in New York City and earned a degree in business and accounting. Later, I attended Pepperdine University where I earned an MBA and after having worked for IBM, GE and Coopers & Lybrand (a “big six” CPA firm), I attended Western State University College of Law to earn my J.D. degree and passed the State Bar exam in 1999.
My goal is to provide the best-personalized services to my clients. I enjoy my work and working with people to resolve their problems. If you are looking for the service and personal attention of an attorney who focuses on your needs, you have found the right attorney in the Law Office of Michael R. Weinstein, APC.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 400-400 per hour
Contingency
30%-45%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in California for 26 years
State: California
Acquired: 1999
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Location
Law Office Of Michael R. Weinstein, APC
1851 E. 1st Street, Suite 850, Santa Ana, CA, 92705
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Estate Planning
Posted by Richard | September 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Family estate planning
Michael provided excellent and clear description of estate planning issues, answered all our questions, and prepared a family trust, wills, and medical health directives. He is very patient with people without a will or family estate plans.
Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2014 | Estate Planning
Extremely wise, competent attorney with a wealth of experience.
Michael Weinstein is very friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. He recently helped me with a probate matter, and thanks to his expertise, what could have been a horrible situation was able to be remedied just in time. I recommend him highly and would ask him to represent me in any future estate matt...
Posted by Robin | June 03, 2013 | Estate Planning
A confident and gentlemanly lawyer
I would highly recommend Michael R. Weinstein to any trustee or family who are seeking legal assistance in trust distribution. Our family had some members who were not speaking to each other, due to unrealistic expectations of a larger inheritance. Nevertheless, Mr. Weinstein guided all matters to a...
Posted by Peter | February 13, 2013 | Estate Planning
Michael Weinstein is a 10
Michael Weinstein has done a superb job for me since I first engaged his services for rewriting my Revocable Trust and other documents beginning in 2006. He did so efficiently, promptly, and knowledgeably, and I might add, always in an easy and pleasant manner. Recently, I asked Michael to updat...
Posted by Paul G. | July 07, 2011 | Estate Planning
PATIENCE, UNDERSTANDING, & EXPERIENCE!
Mr. Michael Weinstein is the type of attorney that gives back to the community with his vast knowledge & experience in the areas of Wills/Trust. Extremely patient and will let you ask all the questions to answer your needs. What a true pleasure having dealt with this gentleman of character, in my t...
Michael Robert Weinstein's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael expertly handles the questions presented to him and I fully endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer because I have worked with him in the past and he is not only extremely knowledgeable but also diligent and caring with his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer because he provides true zealous representation to his clients using his expertise."
"I endorse this lawyer for being an advocate for clients."
"Mr. Weinstein's responses on AVVO show sound reasoning and the desire to give back to the community."
"Mr. Weinstein is a highly professional and knowledgable attorney in a practice area that affords a client no room for error or inexperience. He has earned the fine reputation that he enjoys in the community, and will do a great job for you when you need him the most."
"Michael is an extremely professional attorney. He and I frequently discuss Probate, Trust and Tax matters and I have found him to be knowledgeable and resourceful. I gladly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Weinstein is one of the finest attorneys in his state. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
"Michael practices probate, wills and trust and estate planning. He and I worked together on a case wherein he handled the probate portion of it. I have practiced law in California for 15 years. Michael knowledge when it came to the probate matter was impressive. He was able to beat down and win against a devious and dishonest opponent. His calm, freindly demeanor was appreciated by our client. He is well respected in the courts and I send all my probate, wills and trust and probate matters to him."
"Mr. Weinstein is a kind, thoughtful, and honest attorney. I have sought his advice on several occasions, and have always been satisfied that Mr. Weinstein answered my questions with care and competence. I would recommend him to both clients and fellow attorneys who seek assistance with estate planning matters."
"I endorse this attorney. I had the pleasure of working with Michael for several years while he was employed as an associate attorney with my law firm. He is a hard-working, diligent and thorough attorney who is devoted to his clients' needs."
"I have known Michael for several years and he has always conducted himself with class and dignity. Whenever I have needed a question answered in regards to an Estate Planning or Probate matter, he has always provided a keen and insightful answer to my question. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Weinstein is one of the most caring and knowledgeable attorneys I know. He is always professional and an admirable attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Michael is thoughtful, honest, hard working and cares about his clients. Michael has been a colleague of mine in this noble profession for what is getting to be a long time. He's also been a good friend, though we seldom get together. He is a very good lawyer my earlier endorsement remains the same."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Certificate of Completion, College of Trial Advocacy, Orange County Bar Association
1996
Dean's Scholarship, Western State University College of Law
Work Experience
2008 - 2017
Attorney, Law Office of Michael R. Weinstein
2003 - 2008
Associate Attorney, Attlesey & Thomlinson
2002 - 2003
Attorney, Law Office of Michael R. Weinstein
1999 - 2001
Clerk then Associate Counsel, Law Office of Gerard O'Brien
1998 - 1999
Clerk, California Superior Court
Associations
1999 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Business and Corporate Law SectionMember
1999 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Trusts and Estates SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Private mediated settlement
Settlement allowing client to continue building a successful multi consultant business for no out of pocket cost
In re: the Wolfe Trust
Judgement for domestic partner
Education
1999
Western State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
Pepperdine University
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1968
Pace Univ
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Meeting of Orange County, CA chapter
Planned Giving
2012
6 Degrees association
Gifting as an Estate Planning Tool
2010
Raytheon employee club
Estate Planning
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What should I do if my aunt is in a care home with dementia and her sons with poa both died?
08 Jan 2026
Q&A
How do I obtain a Court-Certified copy of a Power of attorney?
21 Mar 2025
Q&A
What do I need to do as Executor?
08 Feb 2025
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
How to Properly Fund Your Trust and Common Mistakes to Avoid
20 Feb 2013
Legal Guide
Issues Regarding Cross-Border Estate Plans for Californians
10 May 2011
Legal Guide
A Brief Description of the Probate Process In California
25 Apr 2011