Ahmed Shaikh

Ahmed Shaikh

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Tustin, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Probate

14471 Chambers Rd, Suite 103, Tustin, CA

About Ahmed

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 50%

Estate Planning includes Asset Protection Planning, comprehensive wealth planning design and implementation, complex families and traditional trust-based estate planning. My major focus has been religious based planning, particularly with the Islamic Rules of Inheritance.

19 years

50%
Trusts 45%

This represents the Trust litigation practice. The Estate Planning practice is primarily Trust based planning. Trust litigation includes disputes over caregivers, competence and fiduciary duties.

19 years

45%
Probate 5%

Probate include traditional probate and other decedent actions involving property, including spousal property.

16 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 16 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2009

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Ahmed Shaikh

14471 Chambers Rd, Suite 103, Tustin, CA, 92780

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Ahmed Shaikh's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Iman | May 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent

I highly recommend Ahmed Shaikh for Islamic inheritance and trust planning. He is extremely knowledgeable and was very patient with us as we asked him a myriad of questions. He was very generous with his time, and at no point did we feel rushed. He is also very thorough and professional and is open f...or us to call him with any questions or modifications. We asked for a quick turnaround, and he promptly delivered. Also, I must mention that Leslie Mills, Ahmed's legal assistant, went above and beyond to make the process easy for us - she went out of her way to come to the house on several occasions for our convenience. Thank you!

Ahmed Shaikh

Replied last May 18, 2017

Thank you for your kind review. We are glad to be of service.

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Professional, Compassionate and Effective

Mr.Shaikh was able to quickly and effectively move a fairly nasty dispute over inheritance through the court with minimal impact on me. I was so pleased to turn the emotionally upsetting matter over to him, and receive my settlement at the end! He kept me updated, followed my wishes, and advised me o...n the most prudent steps to take- all the while sparing me the headache and drama of the ordeal, so that I could remain focused on my life and family. I hope I never have to hire an attorney again, but if I did, I would not hesitate to contact Mr. Shaikh. Ahmed Shaikh and his kind assistant Leslie were extremely accommodating, professional, and compassionate; everything you would want in a law office.

Ahmed Shaikh

Replied last May 4, 2016

Thank you for your kind words.

Posted by Noha Alshugairi | October 8, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Peace of mind with Ahmed Shaikh

If you are an American Muslim and would like the peace of mind from knowing that your loved ones will have a clear Islamic Inheritance plan to follow, I highly recommend utilizing the services of Ahmed Shaikh. As a practicing Muslim who was lost between the Islamic and the Legal perspectives with reg...ards to inheritance planning, I found Ahmed Shaikh to be be knowledgeable, thorough, and organized. He knows both perspectives very well and he was able to answer and address all of my concerns and questions. I definitely felt at peace once my inheritance planning was in place. I highly recommend his services.

Ahmed Shaikh

Replied last October 9, 2015

Thank you for your kind words and the amazing work you do.

Posted by Waleed | August 21, 2014

Great Lawyer

Mr. Shaikh is an excellent attorney and a wonderful human being. Working with him and his staff was a very pleasent experience. He was always available to answer all my questions. He returned my calls promptly, and was extremely thorough in handling all aspects of my case. Mr. Shaikh is very professi...onal, knowlwedgable and easy to work with. His fees are reasonable. I would highly recommend Mr. Shaikh's services to others.

Posted by Angelina | August 21, 2013

Heaven Sent

After losing a loved one, you need all the support you can get to minimize the challenges you will face during this trying time handling all the final details. During these emotional times you need someone who understands your religious wishes and is sensitive to your specific needs. Ahmed helped ...me manage my case the best he could in probate. He helped make the process easier and reassured me every step of the way. This was a life lesson for my family. Please DO NOT wait to have your final wishes and arrangements organized as soon as possible. You never want your loved ones dealing with all the complex details of your final arrangements. Its difficult to concentrate and make important decisions under such stress and pressure. Ahmed was caring, sensitive, and always available to answer questions. He understood the subject very well. You can be assured that all the details of your arrangements will be mangaged professionally and honorably. You will not be disappointed! After a frantic search online, trying to find someone suitable to handle my case, I found Mr. Ahmed Shaikh. I am very blessed to have found someone who understood my family's needs. He consulted with me right away and guided me through this tough process. Don't wait another day. Have Ahmed help you organize your final wishes and spare your loved ones the difficult task of sorting it all out.

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Ahmed Shaikh's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amir Soleimanian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tarek Shawky

Trusts lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ahmed Shaikh specializes in wills, trusts and estate planning. Call him first, he knows his stuff."

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Gregory Broiles

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Shaikh is a hard worker and a creative thinker. He's committed to providing his clients with the best possible estate plan for their individual circumstances."

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Omer Rangoonwala

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ahmed is the go to guy when it comes to estate planning, he knows the law. I endorse this lawyer."

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David Hiersekorn

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Ahmed for two years. In that time, he has shown himself to be extremely dedicated to his clients and their needs. In addition to being a fine estate planning attorney overall, I consider Ahmed to be one of the leading experts in the country on integrating Islamic law into estate planning."

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Eden Brown

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I first met Ahmed through our mutual association with Wealthcounsel, a national organization for estate planning professionals, and this past year I've had the pleasure of really getting to know Ahmed well through our participation in the Laureate certification program in Advanced Wealth Strategies through the Southern California Institute. Ahmed is deeply committed to serving his clients to the best of his ability - and his abilities are substantial. He is a lifelong learner, always striving to improve his knowledge and expertise. His appreciation of the customized, caring, and compassionate side of estate planning blends well with his understanding of the important technical aspects necessary for complex tax and legacy planning. It's not too often you find a young attorney who is as committed to his craft as Ahmed. Ahmed is a rising star in the estate planning community, and I strongly endorse his work."

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Todd Gallinger

Estate planning lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Ahmed as a friend, and also know him to be extremely knowledgeable about Islamic Estate Planning."

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Iram Ansari

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I've sent a number of clients his way for estate planning work. He knows the area very well."

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Masood-Ur Khan

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've worked closely with Ahmed in the past and his vigorous representation on behalf of his clients' best interests is unparalelled. I have in fact referred my own family members to him for their estate planning needs."

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R.C. Lim

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Benjamin Sowards

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ahmed is a confident and well respected estate planning attorney. He consistently delivers top quality legal representation for his clients. He has the knowledge to handle your estate. He understands how to transition your estate from one generation to the next. He can help you minimize estate taxes."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Board Member, ACLU of Southern California

2013

Board Member, Orange County Bar Association Trusts and Estates Section

2010

Advisory Board Member, Council on American-Islamic Relations

2010

Board Member, Society of Financial Services Professionals, Orange County Chapter

2010

Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate, Board of Specialization, State Bar of California

2008

Endowment Committee Member, Islamic Society of North America

1999

Certified Lexis-Nexis Legal Researcher, Lexis-Nexis/ Loyola Law School

1996

Deans Honors, Indiana University School of Law

Work Experience

2002 - 2006

Attorney, Stockwell Harris et al

2000 - 2002

Attorney, Law Office of George M. Theofanis

Associations

2013 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Section

Board Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2009 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member (inactive)

2006 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2000 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2017 - 2018

Orange County Bar Association

Chairman, Trusts and Estate Section

2015 - 2016

Orange County Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Section

Secretary/Treasurer

2013 - 2016

ACLU of Southern California

Board Member

2010 - 2012

Society of Financial Services Professionals, Orange County Chapter

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Physician couple

Estate and incapacity plan

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Education

1999

Indiana Univ Bloomington SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

San Diego State Univ

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2010

MCLE seminar Probate Basics

2009

ISNA Conference

Charitiable Planning

2009

Islamic Inheritance Step by Step

Islamic Inheritance

2008

ISNA Conference

Islamic Inheritance

2007

MAS Convention

Islamic Inheritance

2007

Islamic Shura Council of Southern California

Islamic Inheritance

Publications

2010

ISNA Education Forum (Conference) Step by Step to Establishing a Waqf

2009

Islamic Inheritance Step-by-Step Islamic Inheritance Step-by-Step

2009

Southern California Infocus If I die, who will raise my children?

2007

Southern California Infocus Ramadan, Charity, and the Rule of 72

Languages

Urdu

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