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Five The Estate Lawyers Attorneys Recognized by 2027 Southern California Super Lawyers

The Estate Lawyers is pleased to announce that five firm attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2027 Southern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists, reflecting continued peer recognition across the firm’s trust and estate litigation team.

Amy L. Gostanian has again been selected to Super Lawyers, continuing a recognition she has received every year since 2020.

Bradley Kirk has been selected to Super Lawyers for the third consecutive year.

Justin Kincheloe has also been selected to Super Lawyers for the third consecutive year. He was previously recognized as a Rising Star in 2023 and 2024 before being named to Super Lawyers beginning in 2025.

Michelle C. Bartolic was selected to Super Lawyers for the first time in 2027, following six consecutive years of recognition as a Rising Star from 2021 through 2026.

Ryan Kalashian was selected to the 2027 Rising Stars list for the second consecutive year, following his initial recognition in 2026.

The continued recognition across both Super Lawyers and Rising Stars reflects the depth of The Estate Lawyers’ litigation bench and the firm’s commitment to sophisticated advocacy in trust, estate, probate, conservatorship, elder protection, and fiduciary disputes.

Meet Our Attorneys

Client Success Stories

Craig Robinson

a year ago

Amy, Michelle and their team are the best of the best. When it comes their field, they are the most qualified, diligent, responsive, empathetic as it gets for a law firm. I would not hesitate to send a family member or any person needing their services, and I could not be more confident in their team!

ICECHIPS5000

a year ago

I don’t trust 90 percent of attorneys forever. I trust Ryan. My issue has been going on for nine years. I finally have traction and intend to prevail. After a court action in the New Year I will hire Ryan for the new actions.

Kady Kley

a week ago

Brittany Guest is the best litigation paralegal in the business! I have had the pleasure of working with her on many cases. She is willing to bend over backwards for her firm and their clients!

Karsyn Construction

a week ago

I had the pleasure of working with Brittney Guest as she helped guide me through my unique and complicated situation. She was extremely thorough and was very quick to respond. I would highly recommend her.

ben ogo

5 months ago

One of the best decisions I made when it comes to my estate portfolio was hiring The Estate Law. The did an amazing and outstanding job, I am still amazed at the results and outcome of their diligence and outstanding deal! Great Job Amy and Michelle, I really appreciate your hardwork and effort!

Brian Robinson

3 months ago

When things aren’t going well, these are the people to turn to. Very strong litigators, and solid advocates for your estate and or probate matter controversies.

Sergio Men

2 years ago

Amy and her team are excellent. They formed the Special needs trust form my daughter and helped us with the administration of it during my daughter’s life. The law firm who we were dealing with the claim of the accident and who we are very grateful with, because of their humbleness and experience in accidents, they did what others firms didn’t even consider trying. After the accident case was settled, we needed a trust to receive the funds on behalf of my daughter and they try to set it up, but after a few hearing with the courthouse they just said, go see Amy, We did, and oh my goodness, they were able to set and get it approved in just one hearing. This is amazing for what I saw in the court room. Some cases NOT HANDLED by Amy, that I was able to hear during the several times we were in the court room with the accident attorney, some cases were already into 2 years and not resolved. When Amy took our case in her hands. Her staff was so professional that in the first try, the trust was approved by the court. In addition, they were very caring and supportive to us during the time of our relationship as client and attorney, and even though our relationship has ended after the passing of our daughter, I know that if in any case I need someone who I can fully trust blindly this is Amy and her team. If you are looking for fast, reliable and a accurate results look no more, Amy and associates is who you are looking for.

Sincerely

Sergio Mendoza

Janet Taylor

2 years ago

I am writing to commend Lauren for the excellent customer service she provided to me. The self-initiative she showed and the prompt, considerate follow-up communications through-out the process were greatly appreciated. She represents an asset to your team and deserves recognition for her professionalism.

Daniel Rodriguez

10 months ago

This is a firm with top-notch litigators. I have personally met Amy Gostanian and Michelle Bartolic. Amy and Michelle are some of the best legal minds I have worked with. Aside from being excellent attorneys, Amy and Michelle are some of the most caring and compassionate people you will meet.

Kylee Modoc

5 years ago

Joe Patton has been a terrific estate planning resource. He’s very knowledgeable and well-versed. He’s a higher-end attorney but he helped us understand the complexities of setting up a revocable trust and took the time to answer all of our questions candidly (and make suggestions surrounding those hypothetical circumstances). My husband and I feel very fortunate to know him and to know now that our affairs are in order should the unthinkable occur. We’d both highly recommend his counsel as we know him to be very hard-working and honest. He’s a good guy!

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