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Samire K. Elhouty
About Samire
Biography
Samire K. Elhouty is an attorney licensed in California and Texas with experience in civil rights enforcement, estate planning, and business law.
He has over a decade of experience with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, where he handled complex investigations involving disability rights and access to education.
In addition to his government work, Mr. Elhouty assists individuals and families with estate planning matters, including revocable living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and advance health care directives. He also advises clients on probate and business formation matters.
Mr. Elhouty takes a practical, client-focused approach to helping individuals and families plan for the future and navigate legal issues with clarity.
He earned his J.D. from Cornell Law School and his B.A. from UCLA.
Currently accepting new clients in California and Texas.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
50%
13 years
Trusts
20%
13 years
Wills and Living Wills
15%
13 years
Probate
10%
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 7 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 14 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
SKE law
1237 S Victoria Ave., #170, Oxnard, CA, 93035
SKE Law
431 W. Seventh St., Los Angeles, CA, 90014
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Posted by Remedan | February 19, 2016 | Business
Best experience by far
Mr. Elhouty assists and advice was very beneficial to my business. For every Business idea I would share with Mr.Elhouty, he would always have a supporting ideas or ways to improve my ideas; by far the best business consultant I’ve ever had. He explained everything to me in it’s the Entirety without ...
Posted by Mike Angel | February 19, 2016 | Business
Business Review
Samire has helped me along my business endavours & start ups. Expert at what he does. Impeccable, strong business ethics I will continue to go to Samire for any questions I may have & obstacles that might occur.
Posted by Richard | June 17, 2014 | Estate Planning
Knowledgeable and able to explain things simply.
I had my trust done by Mr. Elhouty and it was one of the best choices I've made. I am confident that all my bases are covered. Not only did he take the time to talk all the details over, I never felt rushed. I would recommend Mr. Elhouty to any one in need of estate planing.
Samire K. Elhouty's Lawyer Endorsements
"Samire is one of the most kind and patient lawyers I know. I especially admire his attention to detail, active listening skills and the ability to fashion creative solutions, which he uses to guide his clients through their matters, whether simple or complex."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Samire is very attentive to detail which is essential for effective estate planning. He is very dedicated to giving his clients the best possible outcomes evern when the facts are difficult. I would recommend consulting with Samire on all transactional and estate planning matters."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Outstanding Government Attorney of the Year Award, North Texas Legal Aid
2019
Volunteer of the Month, Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program
2016
Volunteer of the Year, Retirement Housing Foundation
2015
2nd Place at Code the Deal Hackathon, LA Legal Hackers
2005
Certificate of Recognition, California State Senate
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Founding Attorney, SKE Law
2016 - Present
Civil Rights Attorney, U.S. Department Of Education Office For Civil Rights
2012 - 2016
Attorney, Borton Petrini, LLP
2012 - 2012
In House Counsel, Next Car USA
Associations
2008 - Present
UCLA Alumni AssociationLifetime Member
2016 - 2016
State Bar of California, Business Law SectionMember
2015 - 2016
John Langston Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Professional Responsibility and Ethics CommitteeCommittee Member
2015 - 2016
L.A. Lawyer MagazineEditorial Board
2015 - 2016
State Bar of California Business Law NewsVice Chair
2014 - 2014
Kern County Bar Association, Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate SectionTreasurer/Secretary
2014 - 2016
UCLA Fund Young Alumni Development CouncilCultivation Committee Member
2013 - 2016
State Bar of California Business Law NewsEditorial Board Member
2013 - 2015
National Crowdfunding AssociationAttorneys in Crowdfunding Committee Member
2013 - 2014
State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates SectionMember
2013 - 2014
Kern County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2016
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2014
Ventura County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Acquisition of large Los Angeles car dealership
Successful acquisition
Probate Contest
Favorable settlement
Life Insurance Dispute
Favorable six figure settlement
Education
2011
Cornell Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
UCLA
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
2020 Arlington TX NAACP Legal Roundtable
NAACP Legal Roundtable
2015
UCLA Spring Saturday Academy
Professional School Panel
2015
Realty World Capero Real Estate Agent Assembly
Estate Planning for Real Estate Professionals
Publications
2015
Borton Petrini Estate Planning Newsletter
Wills and Trusts: An Overview
2015
Borton Petrini Estate Planning Newsletter
Ethical Wills: A Legacy of Values
2015
Borton Petrini Estate Planning Newsletter
"Intentional Interference with Inheritance" Claims May Give Disappointed Beneficiaries New Options
2015
Res Ipsa Loquitur
Corporate and LLC Involuntary Dissolution
2013
Borton Petrini Business Law Newsletter
Business Entities for Startups
2013
Borton Petrini Estate Planning Newsletter
Why You Need To Have A Will In California
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What to do when someone spreads a sexual video of a minor...
16 Dec 2015
Q&A
Am I allowed to say Owner, CEO or President as my title for my business? Or are these other statements simply not true?
16 Dec 2015
Q&A
Do all owners of a real estate company need to have a broker's license?
14 Dec 2015