How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Ventura County, California?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Ventura County.
We found 7 estate law firms serving Ventura County. Ventura County is part of the Southern California region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Ventura County Superior Court - Probate Division.
California uses formal, court-supervised probate, which makes an attorney worthwhile for most estates in Ventura County — the filing sequence, notice requirements, and accounting leave little room for error. Estates under the small-estate threshold are the usual exception.
Probate attorney fees in California are set by statute as a percentage of the estate's value, so every Ventura County attorney charges the same schedule. Price isn't the variable — experience with the Superior Court - Probate Division and responsiveness are.
A probate attorney files the petition with the Superior Court - Probate Division, publishes the required creditor notices, prepares the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. They represent the personal representative — not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if a dispute develops.
Southern California Firms
Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP
FirmServes Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles counties from Ventura. Handles trust and estate administration, probate, and probate litigation alongside estate and tax planning. Several partners are State Bar certified specialists in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law; practicing in Ventura County since 1959.
Location
1050 S Kimball RoadVentura, CA 93004
Phone
(805) 659-6800
Established
1959
Service Area
3 counties
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationProbateTax Planning
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Burris Law
FirmVentura County practice handling estate planning, probate, and trust administration for individuals, families, trustees, and business owners.
Location
300 E Santa Clara, Suite 101Ventura, CA 93001
Phone
(805) 628-3179
Service Area
1 county
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbate
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Lowthorp Richards, LLP
FirmOxnard-based firm founded in 1913 serving the central coast, with a Trusts, Estates, and Taxation practice covering wills, trusts, probate, conservatorships, and business succession planning.
Location
300 E. Esplanade Drive, Suite 850Oxnard, CA 93036
Phone
(805) 981-8555
Service Area
1 county
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbate
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Law Office of Robert M. Baskin
Solo PracticeVentura firm serving Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles Counties with probate, probate litigation, and trust litigation alongside estate planning. Robert Baskin has practiced for over 40 years, representing clients in the probate process and contested trust matters. Complimentary consultation.
Location
1849 Knoll DrVentura, CA 93003
Phone
(805) 658-1000
Service Area
3 counties
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationTrust Litigation
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The Werner Law Firm, PC
FirmSanta Clarita firm serving Los Angeles and Ventura Counties with probate and estate administration alongside estate planning and living trusts. Founded in 1975 by L. Rob Werner and now led by Troy Werner, with over 50 years handling probate court matters and decedent estates. Free initial consultation.
Location
27433 Tourney Rd, Suite 200Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Phone
(800) 752-9937
Established
1975
Service Area
2 counties
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationProbate
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Firms from Neighboring Regions
These firms are based in other regions but serve Ventura County.
Botti & Morison
FirmServes Santa Barbara, Ventura, San Luis Obispo, and Kern counties from Santa Barbara, with additional Central Coast offices. Handles probate administration, trust and estate administration, and elder law alongside estate planning. Chris Botti is a State Bar certified specialist in Estate Planning, Trusts and Probate Law; the first consultation is free.
Location
351 Paseo Nuevo, 2nd FloorSanta Barbara, CA 93101
Phone
(805) 585-1885
Established
1966
Service Area
4 counties
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationElder Law
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Rogers, Sheffield & Campbell, LLP
FirmSanta Barbara firm serving the Central Coast and Los Angeles area since 1973, representing individuals, families, and fiduciaries in trust and estate administration and probate across Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Ventura, and Los Angeles Counties. Over 160 years of combined trust and estate experience.
Location
427 East Carrillo StreetSanta Barbara, CA 93101
Phone
(805) 963-9721
Established
1973
Service Area
4 counties
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationTax LawCivil Litigation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The California self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
California sets probate attorney fees by statute. Ventura County attorneys charge the same schedule as the rest of the state — there is no county-level variation. Use the probate cost calculator to see the dollar amount for your estate size.
Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.
Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.
Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.
Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: June 2026.
Superior Court - Probate Division
Ventura County
4353 East Vineyard Avenue
Oxnard, CA 93036
Phone:
805-289-8820Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (excluding holidays)
Paper Filing Available
E-Filing Optional
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