$ 400-400 per hour
Welcome to A v v o. I am a California State Bar Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, trust and Probate law.
Estate Plannning, Wills and Trusts
I collaborate with my clients on the best tools for them to achieve their desires. I work mostly with people who have estates under 1 million dollars. I work with families to structure planning to achieve the interests of the donors and the beneficiaries and maximize tax avoidance and savings.
Probate and Trust Administration
When a loved one dies, the trauma to the family is intense. I work closely with the executor or the trustee to tell them the process of the administration. Most people are new to the experience of being an executor or a trustee. I help them understand their role and walk them through the process.
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Acquired: 2021
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State: California
Acquired: 1997
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540 Sespe Ave #4, Fillmore, CA, 93015-1990
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Posted by Kate | May 16, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
Laura Bartels helped me understand a very complicated issue and examine all my legal options and best and worst case scenarios. I chose her because of her clear integrity. She is also very supportive of community programs for youth and those in our community who have less than other folks. She ru...
Posted by anonymous | October 7, 2013
I spoke with Laura on the phone regarding the setup of a will and trust. She made it very easy to understand what it is we need to do and why. She listened to the needs of our family trust. When my wife and I met Laura to create the actual will and trust she explained it all again very simply so my w...
Posted by Nancy | August 1, 2011
Ms. Bartels was respectful, attentive, empathetic and easy to talk to regarding my issues. Office staff was just as respectful. My case was easy and I felt less stress knowing that someone reliable and responsible was handling my case. I would recommend Ms. Bartels to anyone needing her expertise....
Posted by Katie | May 13, 2011
The prospect of a BK was terrifying, embarrassing, and lonely. Although intellectually I knew I was a victim of fraud and unscrupulous contractors, I nonetheless believed it was somehow my fault as "I should have known better" kept recycling in my brain. Laura was able to ease that tension, shame a...
Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2011
My husband & I did not know how to take care of a problem we were facing. We did some searching and found out about Laura Bartels in Fillmore. From the beginning she was understanding,compassionate & knowledgeable. She was with us every step of the way & explained in a way we understood. She helped...
"Laura is an awesome lawyer. She cares about her clients and has the intelligence, experience and tenacity to represent her clients well."
"Laura represents her clients well, knows her areas of practice thoroughly, and demonstrates integrity at all times. I have had the opportunity to observe Laura's pratice in both the probate and bankruptcy environments and she is the consummate professional."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Laura Bartels is an extremley conscientious, intelligent and empathic attorney. She is thorough, current and an expert in estate planning."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Laura Bartels is thorough, intelligent and has a deep appreciation for her clients' needs and desires. Her work is professional and articulate. She is loved by her clients in bankruptcy, estate planning and probates and trust administration as she cares deeply about people and their issues. She gives each client individual attention and care. She is a passionate advocate in the community and has been publically recognized for her work many times."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Laura Bartels's passion for her work and dedication to her clients is truly inspirational. She works tirelessly to achieve her client's goals and is well regarded for her knowledge and expertise in her chosen field."
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2018
Gave Away 700 Winter Coats, Winter Coat Drive
2016
Community Service Recognition, City of Fillmore
2015
Gave Away 1,000 New Coats to Needy Kids, Winter Coat Drive
2015
California State Assembly Special Recognition, Assemblyman Das Williams
2015
Congressional Special Recognition, Congresswoman Julia Brownley
2015
Ben E. Nordman Public Service Award, Ventura County Bar Association
2010
Gave away 1,000 brand new coats to needy kids, Winter Coat Drive
2009
Gave away 1,000 brand new coats to needy kids, Winter Coat Drive
2008
Soroptimist Woman of the Year, Fillmore Soroptimist Club
2008
Gave away over 600 brand new coats to needy kids, Winter Coat Drive
2003
Volunteer Lawyers Services Program (VLSP), Ventura County Bar Association
2001
Volunteer Lawyers Services Program, Ventura County Bar Association
2001
California State Assembly Certificate of Recognition, Assemblymember Jenny Oropeza, 53rd District
2001
State Bar of California Estate Planning Trust Probate Section, Speakers Bureau Certificate for Educating California Senior Citizens
2001
California Senate Certificate of Recognition, Senator Bob Margett, 27th District
2001
California State Assembly Certificate of Recognition, Jackie Goldberg, 45th Assembly District
2001
2001 Bar President's Pro Bono Service Award, California State Bar Association
2000
Certificate of Recognition, Santa Paula Hospital Board of Directors
1996
Community Service Commendation, Ventura County Board of Supervisors
1997 - Present
Partner, Taylor, Scoles & Bartels
2011 - 2014
Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference Lawyer Representative, United States District Court Central District Of California
1988 - 1997
Paralegal, Taylor & Scoles
2009 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2001 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaEstate Planning, Trusts and Probates Speakers Bureau
2000 - Present
Santa Clara Valley Legal AidDirector
2000 - Present
California Advocates for Nursing Home ReformMember
1997 - Present
American Bar Association, Solo Practioners and Small Firms SectionMember
1997 - Present
Santa Clara Valley Legal AidMember
1997 - Present
Ventura County Bar Association, Probate and Estate Planning SectionMember
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Ventura County 99s- Women PilotsMember
1988 - Present
Fillmore Chamber of CommerceMember
2015 - 2015
Ventura County Bar AssociationPast President
2014 - 2014
Ventura County Bar AssociationPresident
2014 - 2014
Ventura County Bar AssociationTask Force to Help Immigrant Children Held At Naval Base
2013 - 2013
Ventura County Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2012 - 2012
Ventura County Bar AssociationSecretary/Treasurer
2012 - 2023
Ventura County Legal AidBoard Member
2007 - 2015
Ventura County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2004 - 2008
Scholarship Awards CommitteeVentura and Santa Barbara Colleges of Law
1998 - 2000
Heritage Valley Tourism BureauBoard of Directors
1993 - 1996
Ventura County Planning CommissionPlanning Commissioner
2005
Mediation Certificate
1997
Juris Doctor
1985
Bachelor of Arts
2018
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Warm Coats for Cold Shoulders
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Winter Coats for Needy Kids
2010
Winter Coats for Needy Kids
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