Ranked #1 in Simi Valley
Based in Agoura, 8 mi away
69/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 89 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Simi Valley, CA: 2026 rankings
213 estate planning and probate lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Simi Valley: Thousand Oaks Estate Planning Attorney Victoria Felder - Ventura County, LFR Score 69/100; 5.0★ from 89 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Law Offices of Andrew Cohen, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 213.
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Most-reviewed: Law Office of Robert M. Mansour, 466 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 213 ranked; ranked #30.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
213 Simi Valley estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 23 are open 24/7, 49 open Saturdays and 30 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 213 rated law firms.
Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Simi Valley at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thousand Oaks Estate Planning Attorney Victoria Felder - Ventura County | 69 | 5.0★ (89) | Agoura, 8 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Law Offices of Andrew Cohen | 68 | 5.0★ (152) | Santa Clarita, 17 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers | 68 | 4.9★ (173) | Santa Clarita, 16 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers | 68 | 4.9★ (20) | Simi Valley | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | TALAI LAW OFFICES, INC. | 67 | 4.9★ (62) | Woodland Hills, 12 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 6 | Ridley Law | 67 | 4.9★ (198) | Oxnard, 11 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | Tree of Life Law Firm | 66 | 5.0★ (167) | Santa Monica, 25 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | Legal Production Service | 66 | 5.0★ (91) | Simi Valley | — | — |
| 9 | Robert K. Lee Law | 64 | 5.0★ (14) | Canoga Park, 12 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Debbie Babb Law | 64 | 5.0★ (53) | Los Angeles, 24 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 213 estate planning and probate lawyers in Simi Valley, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Santa Clarita, 17 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 152 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Santa Clarita, 16 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 173 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Simi Valley
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Woodland Hills, 12 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#6 Ridley Law
Based in Oxnard, 11 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 198 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Santa Monica, 25 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 167 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Simi Valley
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 91 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Canoga Park, 12 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#10 Debbie Babb Law
Based in Los Angeles, 24 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Agoura, 8 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 104 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Agoura, 8 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 94 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Calabasas, 11 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Thousand Oaks, 11 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 89 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Chatsworth, 11 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Thousand Oaks, 8 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Encino, 19 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Simi Valley
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Oxnard, 23 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 222 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Camarillo, 12 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#21 Acorn Law
Based in Agoura, 8 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Agoura, 8 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#23 Fil-Am Lawyers
Based in Agoura Hills, 9 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Sherman Oaks, 20 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 158 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Probate attorney”.
Based in Northridge, 14 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Estate planning and probate lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 213 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Simi Valley
20 more estate planning and probate lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bechtel Schoen APC | 5.0★ (2) | In Simi Valley |
| Dallara Law | 4.2★ (31) | In Simi Valley |
| Dion Law Group, APLC | 4.7★ (24) | In Simi Valley |
| Erica Wise Law | 5.0★ (26) | In Simi Valley |
| James Studer & Associates Law Office | 4.6★ (13) | In Simi Valley |
| Kaeser Law Firm | 5.0★ (1) | In Simi Valley |
| Keep Alfred R | 3.0★ (2) | In Simi Valley |
| Kiwan Law | 5.0★ (9) | In Simi Valley |
| Law Office Of Merlin L. Reed | 4.7★ (35) | In Simi Valley |
| Law offices of Molly A. Kramer - Simi Family Law | 5.0★ (8) | In Simi Valley |
| Law Offices of Steven A. Wolvek | 5.0★ (6) | In Simi Valley |
| Law Offices of Steven Rein | 3.2★ (9) | In Simi Valley |
| Peck Law Corporation | 4.8★ (22) | In Simi Valley |
| Rossi Law Group | 5.0★ (12) | In Simi Valley |
| Rulsky Law Group, APC - Injury & Accident Attorneys | 5.0★ (12) | In Simi Valley |
| Smart Investor Visas | 4.9★ (47) | In Simi Valley |
| Sua Law Group | 4.6★ (107) | In Simi Valley |
| The Green Law Group, LLP | 4.8★ (20) | In Simi Valley |
| The Law Offices of Stephanie White | 4.4★ (13) | In Simi Valley |
| Yazdanyar Law Offices | 4.9★ (157) | In Simi Valley |
How we ranked Simi Valley estate planning and probate lawyers
We scored 213 Simi Valley estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Simi Valley data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose an estate planning lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many estate planning and probate matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask what the flat fee includes: funding a trust, updates after life changes, and signing with witnesses.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask an estate planning lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Do I need a trust, or is a will enough for me?
- What does probate usually cost here, and how long does it take?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Estate planning and probate lawyers in Simi Valley: frequently asked questions
Which estate planning lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Simi Valley?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Simi Valley, CA is Thousand Oaks Estate Planning Attorney Victoria Felder - Ventura County with an LFR Score of 69/100. It has 5.0★ from 89 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Law Offices of Andrew Cohen (#2) and The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers (#3) follow. We ranked 213 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many estate planning and probate lawyers are there in Simi Valley?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 213 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Simi Valley, CA. 3 of them are based in Simi Valley; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which estate planning and probate lawyers in Simi Valley are open 24/7?
23 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in Simi Valley post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Thousand Oaks Estate Planning Attorney Victoria Felder - Ventura County (#1), Law Offices of Andrew Cohen (#2) and The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which estate planning and probate lawyers in Simi Valley work on weekends?
49 of 213 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 30 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Thousand Oaks Estate Planning Attorney Victoria Felder - Ventura County (#1), Law Offices of Andrew Cohen (#2) and The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Simi Valley estate planning and probate lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 213 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Simi Valley is 4.9★, with a median of 17 reviews. Law Office of Robert M. Mansour has the most, 466 reviews, and ranks #30. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank estate planning and probate lawyers?
Each estate planning lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do estate planning and probate lawyers outside Simi Valley count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Simi Valley city center, our service radius for estate planning and probate lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can estate planning and probate lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do estate planning and probate lawyers in Simi Valley, CA charge?
Many estate planning lawyers charge a flat fee for wills, trusts and powers of attorney. Probate is billed hourly or, in some states, by a fee set by statute (California Probate Code §10810, for example). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $391 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
What happens if someone dies without a will?
State law decides who inherits (intestate succession), usually the spouse and children in set shares, and a court appoints someone to manage the estate. A will or trust lets you decide instead. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of estate planning and probate lawyers in Simi Valley, CA ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Simi Valley?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Simi Valley
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 213 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Simi Valley.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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