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I was born on June 4, 1967, in Savannah, Georgia, and spent the first ten years of my life on the East Coast. In the summer of 1977, I moved with my family from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Orange County, California, settling in Garden Grove.
In 1985, I graduated from Loara High School in Anaheim, California, and attended UCLA where, in 1989, I graduated Phi Beta Kappa, Cum Laude with a degree in Communication studies. While at UCLA, I spent my junior year studying at Hebrew University in Jerusalem.
Upon graduating from UCLA, I attended law school at the University of Southern California (USC) where I graduated in 1992.
After graduating USC law school, I began working in the Century City (Los Angeles) law firm then known as Christensen, White, Miller, Fink & Jacobs but discovered that a big firm practice was not to my liking.
In 1994, I opened up my own practice in Los Angeles, California, but have since relocated to Orange County, CA where I practice in the areas of estate planning, probate, conservatorships, business litigation, contract litigation, and intentional torts such as libel, slander, and conversion.
In addition, since 1994, I have served the congregation of Temple Beth Emet in Anaheim, California as their Cantor.
In May of 1997, I married my wife, Yvette, and we are the happy parents of two daughters, Jacqueline and Danielle.
My other interests include song writing, playing guitar, and traveling. I am also the executive producer and co-writer of a multiple award winner feature film called "The Yankles."
A young lawyer was at a job interview when the hiring partner told the prospective employee that his firm was only interested in hiring ethical and honest lawyers. The young lawyer responded, "Sir, I am very honest. In fact, I borrowed $15,000 from my father to go to law school and paid back every cent after I handled my first case." Impressed, the hiring partner asked, "What was the case about?"; to which the young lawyer answered, "My father sued me for the money."
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Practice Areas
31 years
$ 200-250 per hour
15%-35%
State: California
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
18627 Brookhurst No. 435, Fountain Valley, CA, 92708
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34 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Probate
Posted by John | October 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Very helpful and very fair
When my father passed away this year, finding out I was the executor of the estate and trustee of the trust, I didn’t know where to begin. Luckily, I was able to find Zev Brooks, who was instrumental in this process. He walked me through the proceedings, every step of the way, explaining everything i...
Posted by John | August 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Was there for me in a difficult time
My father had passed away and his will/trust was a mess. Zev walked me through the probate process, step by step. I was able to finish everything up in a little over a year. It would have been sooner, but the courts were backed up. I would recommend him to anyone going through the probate process,...
Posted by John | September 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Probate
Why Zev Brooks? An unexpected loss of a family member is always very painful; a cross-country death of a twin brother and only sibling is unimaginable grief. Scared and despondent, Zev Brooks was referred to me by a trusted business associate and friend. He gently coordinated a meeting - at my conven...
Posted by CHER | December 29, 2013 | Probate
AMAZING !! COMPASSION AND UNDERSTANDING ..
My precious mother died suddenly ..My grief was overwhelming over losing her..Zev Brooks took over my mother's estate filing all the paperwork with the courts.. Mr. Brooks is a top professional .. Thank you Mr. Brooks .. YES YES !! I would recommend Mr. Zev Brooks..
Posted by Jill | June 02, 2011 | Probate
Highly Recommend Zev Brooks
Zev is professional, honest, and trustworthy. He took the time and was willing to listen to my complex case regarding a probate/trust issue. He is an asset to his profession and he truly cares about his clients interests. His hard work with regards to my case paid off. I would recommend Zev to anyone...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Zev for many years and I would highly recommend him to all my own friends and family members without any hesitation. He is a very personable individual and works very hard for each client."
"Zev is a very personable and knowledgeable attorney who cares for his clients. He will work hard to attain the best result possible for an extremely reasonable fee. I highly recommend anyone needing legal advice in Estate Planning or Probate matters to consult with Zev. I believe you will be glad you did."
"Zev is an excellent lawyer, he is dedicated to his clients, charges fair and reasonable rates, and is responsive and knowledgeable."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
1994 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Zev Brooks
2012 - Present
Jewish Federation & Family Services Orange CountyBoard Member
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
If a trustee of a signs a deed of trust to a lender, but signs w/o the trustee designation, can they still bind the trust?
02 Feb 2011
My mother deceased, she had no estate, a check came in for $250 which medicare said that as the sole relative I would be
02 Feb 2011