Ranked #1 in South Pasadena
Based in Los Angeles, 17 mi away
69/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 291 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in South Pasadena, CA: 2026 rankings
513 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 South Pasadena: The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers, LFR Score 69/100; 5.0★ from 291 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Keystone Law Group, P.C., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 513.
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Most-reviewed: The Singh Law Firm, 736 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 513 ranked; ranked #7.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
513 South Pasadena estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 63 are open 24/7, 133 open Saturdays and 79 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 513 rated law firms.
Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in South Pasadena 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 | The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers | 69 | 5.0★ (291) | Los Angeles, 17 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Keystone Law Group, P.C. | 68 | 4.8★ (379) | Los Angeles, 18 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Law Offices of Joshwa Wang | 67 | 5.0★ (243) | South Pasadena | — | — |
| 4 | Tree of Life Law Firm | 67 | 5.0★ (167) | Santa Monica, 21 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | Amity Law Group LLP | 67 | 4.7★ (42) | Rosemead, 5 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 6 | Aliav Law | 67 | 4.9★ (82) | Beverly Hills, 14 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | The Singh Law Firm | 67 | 5.0★ (736) | Beverly Hills, 13 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 8 | Weiner Law: Trust, Probate & Litigation Lawyers APC | 66 | 4.9★ (34) | Los Angeles, 8 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 9 | The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers | 66 | 4.8★ (17) | Pasadena, 2 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Calkins Law | 66 | 4.9★ (112) | Glendale, 7 mi away | Sat | — |
All 513 estate planning and probate lawyers in South Pasadena, 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 Los Angeles, 18 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 379 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate litigation attorney”.
Based in South Pasadena
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 243 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Santa Monica, 21 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 167 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Rosemead, 5 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#6 Aliav Law
Based in Beverly Hills, 14 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 82 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Beverly Hills, 13 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 736 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Los Angeles, 8 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate litigation attorney”.
Based in Pasadena, 2 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#10 Calkins Law
Based in Glendale, 7 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 112 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Anaheim, 25 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 152 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Los Angeles, 15 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 158 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.
Based in Los Angeles, 3 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 108 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Covina, 16 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Glendale, 6 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 69 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#16 Debbie Babb Law
Based in Los Angeles, 19 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in West Covina, 12 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 136 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in El Segundo, 20 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 122 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Los Angeles, 8 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.
Based in Los Angeles, 8 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.
Based in Burbank, 11 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in San Marino, 3 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in South Pasadena
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 67 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Long Beach, 24 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.
Based in Covina, 16 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 37 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 513 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving South Pasadena
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bunn & Bunn | 3.3★ (3) | In South Pasadena |
| Deka Law Group | 5.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Excellus Law, APC | 5.0★ (18) | In South Pasadena |
| Jesse A Verdin Law Offices | 4.6★ (22) | In South Pasadena |
| Law Office of Luis N. Valdivia | 5.0★ (6) | In South Pasadena |
| Law Office of Rene A. Ramos | 4.9★ (32) | In South Pasadena |
| Law Offices of Adam M. Leach | 5.0★ (11) | In South Pasadena |
| Law Offices of Michael I. Brooks, Apc | 4.8★ (22) | In South Pasadena |
| McAllister Glover, Attorneys at Law | 1.0★ (1) | In South Pasadena |
| Miranda Rights Law Firm | 4.9★ (173) | In South Pasadena |
| Pansky Markle Attorneys at Law | 5.0★ (5) | In South Pasadena |
| Porter Estate Planning | In South Pasadena | |
| Schonbrun Seplow Harris & Hoffman, LLP | 5.0★ (2) | In South Pasadena |
| Snyder Hancock & Ashworth | 2.3★ (3) | In South Pasadena |
| Steven L Boortz Law Offices | 2.5★ (8) | In South Pasadena |
| The Buelna Law Firm, A.P.C. | 4.9★ (62) | In South Pasadena |
| The Carrillo Law Firm | 4.9★ (152) | In South Pasadena |
| The Law Office of Alberto Lopez, APC | 4.8★ (117) | In South Pasadena |
| Uribe & Uribe APLC | 4.9★ (46) | In South Pasadena |
| Wong and Weinberger, LLP | In South Pasadena |
How we ranked South Pasadena estate planning and probate lawyers
We scored 513 South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena: frequently asked questions
Which estate planning lawyer has the highest LFR Score in South Pasadena?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in South Pasadena, CA is The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers with an LFR Score of 69/100. It has 5.0★ from 291 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Keystone Law Group, P.C. (#2) and Law Offices of Joshwa Wang (#3) follow. We ranked 513 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many estate planning and probate lawyers are there in South Pasadena?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 513 estate planning and probate lawyers serving South Pasadena, CA. 2 of them are based in South Pasadena; 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 South Pasadena are open 24/7?
63 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in South Pasadena post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers (#1), Keystone Law Group, P.C. (#2) and Tree of Life Law Firm (#4). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which estate planning and probate lawyers in South Pasadena work on weekends?
133 of 513 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 79 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Werner Law Firm - Living Trust and Probate Lawyers (#1), Keystone Law Group, P.C. (#2) and Tree of Life Law Firm (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do South Pasadena estate planning and probate lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 513 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in South Pasadena is 4.9★, with a median of 15 reviews. The Singh Law Firm has the most, 736 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 South Pasadena count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena, 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 South Pasadena, 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 South Pasadena?
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 South Pasadena
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 513 estate planning and probate lawyers serving South Pasadena.
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