Talei & Talei – Trusted Probate and Estate Litigation Attorneys in Southern California
At Talei & Talei, we are a family-run law firm led by experienced siblings Sarah Talei and Nathan Talei, serving clients throughout Los Angeles County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Ventura County, Orange County, and San Diego. With extensive experience in probate, estate planning, and trust litigation, we provide compassionate, strategic legal counsel with a personal touch.
Having built our reputations at the respected firm Oldman Sallus & Gold, we bring the depth of big-firm expertise to a boutique setting—offering personalized attention, sharp litigation skills, and comprehensive knowledge of California probate law.
our practice areas
Probate Administration
When a loved one passes away, the probate process can be overwhelming. We help personal representatives navigate probate from start to finish, ensuring compliance with California probate procedures. Our services include:
– Filing probate petitions
– Notifying heirs and creditors
– Managing and inventorying estate assets
– Resolving creditor claims and tax issues
– Distributing assets to beneficiaries
We strive to make the probate process as stress-free as possible for families during a difficult time.
Conservatorships and Guardianships
We assist clients with establishing and contesting conservatorships for adults who can no longer care for themselves, as well as guardianships for minors. Our services cover:
– Initiating conservatorship proceedings
– Representing family members or proposed conservatees
– Handling objections or disputes
– Ensuring compliance with court requirements and fiduciary responsibilities
We approach these sensitive matters with care, discretion, and a focus on protecting the best interests of our clients and their loved ones.
Estate Planning
An effective estate plan is one of the greatest gifts you can give your family. At Talei & Talei, we craft customized estate plans that reflect your wishes and safeguard your legacy. Our estate planning services include:
– Revocable living trusts
– Wills
– Durable powers of attorney
– Advance healthcare directives
– Special needs trusts
– Asset protection strategies
Whether you need a simple will or a comprehensive trust-based plan, we take the time to understand your goals and build a plan tailored to your needs.
Why Clients Choose Talei & Talei
– Decades of Combined Experience: Sarah Talei has practiced law since 2006, and Nathan Talei since 2011. Together, we bring a deep understanding of California probate and trust law to every case.
– Family-Run Firm with Big-Firm Experience: We offer the sophistication of a large firm and the accessibility of a boutique practice.
– Results-Driven Advocacy: We are seasoned litigators and compassionate advisors who fight for what matters most—your rights and your peace of mind.
– Local Expertise: We know the courts, judges, and procedures across Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Orange, and San Diego counties.
Wills and Trusts Litigation
Disputes over a will or trust can be emotionally charged and legally complex. At Talei & Talei, we represent beneficiaries, heirs, trustees, executors, and conservators in a wide range of trust and estate litigation matters, including:
– Will contests based on undue influence, lack of capacity, or fraud
– Trust disputes involving breaches of fiduciary duty, mismanagement of assets, or failure to account
– Petitions to remove trustees or executors
– Elder financial abuse claims
– Contested conservatorships or guardianships
We are skilled trial attorneys who understand how to resolve sensitive family matters efficiently—through negotiation or litigation.
