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Expert Guidance Through California Estate Planning
Channel Islands Law Group empowers you to make informed decisions and navigate the complexities of estate planning.
We understand that planning for the future can sometimes feel overwhelming. As California estate planning attorneys with more than three decades of combined experience, our goal is to guide you with compassion and expertise. We specialize in crafting personalized plans that address your unique needs, goals, and family circumstances, including:
Will and Trust Creation and Amendment: Preparing tailored wills and trust documents to keep your loved ones out of probate court and out of conflict.
Asset Protection and Advanced Tax Planning: Providing strategic guidance to minimize estate tax implications.
Powers of Attorney and Advance Directives: Clearly outlining your wishes for financial and healthcare decisions if you are unable to make decisions yourself, minimizing confusion and burden on your loved ones during difficult times.
Planning for Parents: Aiding you in choosing suitable successor guardians so probate court does not have to decide, and putting together a protection plan so your children are prepared for an emergency situation. Planning for continued family wealth as your children become adults through lifetime trusts or tiered distributions of their inheritance.
Special Needs Planning: Ensuring the continued care and financial security of your loved ones with special needs.
Trust Administration: Assisting trustees with administration of trusts, ensuring the trustees are carrying out their duties effectively and ensuring a seamless administration for the beneficiaries.
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Channel Islands Law Group reinstates the principle of 'legal counsel' by embodying the role of a trusted advisor. We ensure compassion, clarity and support for families caring for their aging parents, complexities related with tax ramifications, or unique family circumstances.
Our commitment lies in offering tailored guidance, fostering confidence in legal planning and protection throughout your lives as a resource to help you navigate life’s legal challenges. With our team by your side, we serve as trusted allies, empowering you to safeguard your family's legacy with assurance and clarity.
Serving Throughout California
With Offices Located In
Santa Barbara
Ventura
Huntington Beach
Why Choose Channel Islands Law Group?
Legal Expertise To Protect Your 'Tomorrow'
Minimize Taxes
Develop a tax-efficient plan tailored to your needs. Our California estate planning attorneys specialize in crafting personalized trust structures that minimize estate tax burdens and ensure the preservation of your assets.
Special Needs Children
For families entrusted with the welfare of loved ones with special needs, our law office has expertise in creating tailored supplemental needs trusts. These instruments aid in uninterrupted care and enduring financial security, safeguarding the well-being of your cherished family members for a lifetime.
Probate Avoidance
Create a plan that keeps your family out of court and out of conflict. If you do not have an estate plan, or if you only have a will, your estate is likely to go through the probate process. Many California probate courts are impacted, meaning the process may take a year or longer to conclude.
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Tracey H.
Castaic, CA
"My husband and I worked with Virginia Fuentes and she put our minds at ease and made it happen!! Which felt like a weight had been lifted off of our shoulders to know our children will be protected."
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Andrea Stanley-Beenham
California
"Russ Charvonia and his team are committed to providing the best possible service with the utmost integrity at all times."
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Hannah M.
Long Beach, CA
"We had a great experience with Max setting up our estate plan including a trust and wills. He was informative, professional, friendly, & flexible with our expedited timeline. We are grateful we were able to work with him and would recommend to others."
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Max Shoemaker heads our Huntington Beach office
Max Shoemaker heads our Huntington Beach office where he serves clients primarily in Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego and San Bernardino Counties. Max is experienced in contract law, estate and trust planning. He joined Channel Islands Law Group motivated by a strong desire to help others overcome legal obstacles and protect their interests. With a passion for assisting individuals and businesses alike, he utilizes his expertise in contract law to guide clients in starting and growing their businesses successfully. Additionally, as a parent of two small children, Max understands the importance of planning for the future on a personal level. This perspective, coupled with his legal acumen, allows him to provide invaluable insights and guidance to clients seeking to navigate the complexities of estate planning and protect their family’s well-being.
With an in-house legal background working for large entertainment companies, Max has gained comprehensive knowledge in the intricate legal matters involved in producing and distributing television shows. In his most recent role, he served as the legal point-of-contact for multiple unscripted television show productions, handling day-to-day legal affairs from development through postproduction and delivery.
Max’s legal career began shortly after graduating from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles in 2016. During his time at Loyola, he earned recognition for his outstanding work as a Senior Editor on the Loyola of Los Angeles Law Review, where he was awarded Best Senior Editor during his third year. Max also had the privilege of externing for a Federal District Court judge in the Central District of California, further enhancing his understanding of the judicial process.
Max is committed to delivering personalized legal solutions that prioritize his clients’ interests and help them achieve their goals. He is a member of the Orange County Bar Association, an affiliate member of the Orange County Association of Realtors and a member of the Long Beach Chapter of TEAM Referral Network. Most recently, he was voted “Best Lawyer” in LB Living’s 2024 “Absolute Best of Long Beach” Awards.
Born and raised in San Diego County, Max relocated to Orange County in 2010, where he currently resides with his wife and two children. In his spare time, he embraces an active lifestyle and frequently participates in Spartan races. You can also find him on weekends exploring the best local restaurants and outdoor activities, while wrangling his son and daughter.
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Welcome to Channel Islands Law Group. We specialize in managing and safeguarding estates and trusts to meet your unique needs.
Whether your situation is straightforward or intricate, entrust our team with your probate, trust, or estate concerns. We offer comprehensive guidance and representation, leveraging our expertise to serve you with the utmost dedication.
Conveniently located across three Southern California locations, we invite you to schedule an in-person or virtual consultation to discuss your estate planning goals.
Let us navigate the complexities on your behalf, ensuring peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
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