Anaheim, CA Trusted Estate Planning Law Firm Protect Your Family

Protect your family. Preserve your assets. Avoid probate.

At Goodman Estate Law, our estate planning law firm approach is simple: understand your family’s goals, guide you through every step, and build a plan that truly protects what matters most. No pressure. No legal jargon. Just straightforward, personalized guidance.

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Orange County Estate Planning, Done Right the First Time

What does an estate planning attorney do? An estate planning attorney at our estate planning law firm helps individuals and families create legally binding documents that determine what happens to their assets, their minor children, and their healthcare decisions if they die or become incapacitated. Without a plan in place, California law makes those decisions for you, typically through a costly, time-consuming court process called probate.

At Goodman Estate Law, every plan and legal advisory service is built around your specific circumstances. Brett Goodman, a dedicated living trust attorney, takes the time to understand your family, your assets, and your goals before drafting a single document. The result is a plan you understand, that your family can rely on, and that holds up when it matters most.

Brett’s practice is based in Anaheim and serves families across Orange County, including Anaheim, Brea, Fullerton, Orange, Placentia, Santa Ana, Tustin, Villa Park, and Yorba Linda.

Our Services

How Our Estate Planning Law Firm Can Help You

Don’t Let the State Decide —
Plan for Your Family’s Future
Estate Planning

A complete estate plan includes a revocable living trust, pour-over will, durable power of attorney, and advance healthcare directive. Brett builds integrated plans that keep your estate out of probate, protect your assets, and ensure your wishes are carried out.

Trust Administration
Made Simple
Trust Administration

Being named as successor trustee carries significant legal responsibility, with specific duties, deadlines, and potential personal liability. Brett guides Orange County trustees through every step of the administration process, from initial notification to final distribution.

Probate Explained —
When You Need It Most
Probate

When a loved one passes away without a trust, their estate may need to pass through California probate court before assets can be distributed. On a $1 million estate, probate fees can exceed $50,000. Brett helps executors navigate the process efficiently, and helps families understand how to avoid probate for the future.

Goodman Family

Why Brett

An Attorney Who Puts Your Family First

Brett Goodman is a California-licensed estate planning attorney who has helped hundreds of Orange County families build plans they can rely on. With deep expertise in wills, trusts, probate, and legal services for power of attorney, Brett takes the time to understand your situation, not just your paperwork.

Born and raised in Southern California, Brett grew up in Tustin and lives in Villa Park.

Looking for trust attorneys near me in Orange County? You’ll find Brett is approachable, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in your family’s future.

I don’t like pushy, salesy people — Brett is the opposite of that. If you’re looking for knowledge, a friendly peaceful advisor and guide, Brett Goodman is the guy.
Mike S. — Google Review

Simple Process

What to Expect: A Simple, Clear Process

Estate planning does not need to be complicated or intimidating. Brett’s process is designed around your comfort and convenience.

Step

Free Consultation.

Every engagement at our estate planning law firm begins with a free, no-pressure conversation about your family’s goals. Available by phone, video, or in-person in Anaheim.

Step

Personalized Plan Design.

Brett reviews your assets, family dynamics, and goals, then recommends the right documents, whether that’s a living trust, will, or full legal estate planning package tailored to your specific situation.

Step

Document Drafting & Review.

Your documents are drafted, reviewed with you in plain language, and revised until everything is exactly right.

Step

Signing & Funding.

Your plan is signed, notarized, and — critically — your assets are properly titled into your trust so your plan actually works when it needs to.

Our Client Says

What Orange County Families Say About Brett

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Client Reviews

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Our experience with Brett was very professional, charismatic and timely. Brett was very patient to answer our questions, as this was our first time doing anything of the sort. He ensured that we felt confident with what we were doing, and that anything we wanted to add was accounted for. I would recommend Brett for any one seeking a family trust or legal issues regarding their estate or trust plans.
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Brett made the experience of estate planning so seamless and much less daunting than anticipated. He was able to articulate and break down the information in layman's terms so well. We appreciated his personable way while maintaining professionalism. Highly, highly recommend!
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Kathy V
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My Recommendation for an Excellent Attorney I am very grateful for the excellent service I received in having my trust finalized. He was thorough, honest, professional, and kind, and most importantly, he gave me peace of mind. I would gladly recommend him to anyone looking for an attorney to assist with their trust or estate planning needs. Kathy V.
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Sheila Wexler
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Working with Brett Goodman felt like having a trusted advisor in the family. He made the complex process of estate planning feel simple and stress-free. He listened carefully to our concerns, explained every option clearly, and ensured our documents reflected our wishes perfectly. We highly recommend him.
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Tami
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As I am getting older I realized I needed to get my affairs in order. But kept putting it off. When I finally decided to get it done, I researched local attorneys. I liked what I saw in Brett Goodman. I wanted a will, Durable Power of Attorney and Durable Power of Attorney for healthcare. Meeting with him was the easiest thing to do; he explained everything step by step, broke it all down to easily understand and prepared it all in a timely manner. I went back to sign the papers, again we went through everything step by step, he answered and explained all my questions. Had I known it was this easy, I would have done it a long time ago. Brett Goodman is exceptional. Thank You.
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Janis Murray
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Brett Goodman was just wonderful. He truly knows his stuff. He is efficient, smart and caring. He made us comfortable making important decisions. Without a doubt, I highly recommend him.
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Edward Chao
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Brett did a great job putting together our estate plan. He is very quick to respond. He provides great detail and explains things so clearly. Highly recommend him for all estate planning needs.
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Barry Walshe
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Mr. Goodman was professional, had great expertise in estate law, asked the right questions and had good insight. I would absolutely recommend
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JD Martin
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Brett Goodman was absolutely the best in guiding me through my Living Trust process. He's an exceptionally smart, friendly, cordial and caring Estate Planning attorney. I would HIGHLY recommend him for your Living Trust and Estate Planning needs.
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David Moo
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I highly recommend Brett at Goodman Estate Law. From our very first meeting, he made the entire estate planning process clear, straightforward, and stress-free. Creating a trust for my family felt like a big decision, but Brett took the time to answer every question, explain our options in plain language, and make sure we were comfortable every step of the way. His professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for our family’s future gave us complete confidence that everything was being handled the right way. Estate planning isn’t something most people look forward to, but Brett made it an easy and even enjoyable experience. If you’re looking for someone knowledgeable, trustworthy, and truly committed to protecting your family’s future, I wholeheartedly recommend Brett and Goodman Estate Law. We’re incredibly grateful for his guidance and the peace of mind he has given our family.

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