SPLegal Solutions
— Estate Planning in California —

Built to last.
Designed for your family.

Last Wills, Revocable Living Trusts, and complete plans — drafted with the structure and clarity of good architecture.

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100%
Flat-rate pricing
0
Hourly billing · ever
CA
Registered LDA
Flat-rate pricing · no hourly billing

A plan for every family.

Three clear options. The price you see is the price you pay — agreed in writing before any work begins.

The essentials
Last Will
$600
flat rate

A clear, legally-compliant Will directing who receives what, and who cares for minor children.

✓Custom-drafted Last Will & Testament
✓Guardianship provisions
✓Executor designation
✓Notarization & witnessing coordinated
Start Last Will →
Most chosen
Avoid probate
Living Trust
$800
flat rate

Keep your estate private, out of California probate courts, and under your control during your lifetime.

✓Revocable Living Trust document
✓Certification of Trust
✓Funding instructions & checklist
✓Notarization & witnessing coordinated
Start Living Trust →
Complete package
Will + Trust
$1400
flat rate

Everything your family will need. Both documents drafted together as one coordinated estate plan.

✓All items from Will and Trust
✓Pour-over Will + Revocable Trust
✓Funding checklist & instructions
✓Priority turnaround
Start Will + Trust →
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Why plan at all

The hardest part
isn’t the paperwork.

Most people avoid estate planning because they don’t understand why it matters — or they think it’s reserved for the wealthy. Neither is true. A good plan is the simplest gift you can leave your family: clarity.

“What even happens if I don’t have a plan?”
California’s intestate rules decide — not you. Assets can be delayed in probate for 12–18 months, with court costs taken out of what your family inherits.
“I thought a Will was enough?”
A Will still goes through probate. A Trust keeps things private and out of court entirely. Most California families benefit from having both.
“Isn’t this something only wealthy people need?”
Estate planning is about clarity, not wealth. If you own a home, have children, or care who receives your things — you need a plan.
The education section

Will, Trust, or both?

They solve different problems. Here’s exactly what each one does — and why most California families do better with both.

What it does
Will
Trust
Note
Avoids probate court
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Trust handles assets; Will covers anything not titled to Trust
Kept fully private
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Trust stays private; Will is backup
Names guardians for minor children
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Will names guardians; Trust handles assets for them
Takes effect during your lifetime
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Immediate protection if incapacitated
Time to settle estate
12–18 mo
Weeks
Fast settlement via Trust
Typical cost to family later
$$$ in probate fees
Minimal
Family skips probate costs

“Will + Trust covers every scenario. It’s why most California families choose both.”

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The process · four acts

From first call to signed,
drawn to scale.

I
Step 01
Book your call
Free 15-minute phone consultation. We listen, you ask anything.
II
Step 02
Intake & quote
We confirm scope and provide a guaranteed flat-rate quote — in writing.
III
Step 03
Drafting
Documents prepared with care, then sent to you for review and feedback.
IV
Step 04
Signing
We coordinate notarization and witnessing, and deliver final originals.
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Why families choose SP Legal

Clear pricing. Clear process.
Clear documents.

1,200+
families served
Wills, Trusts, and business filings
100%
flat-rate guarantee
Written quote. No hourly billing.
CA
registered LDA
California Legal Document Assistant

SP Legal Solutions is not a law firm and cannot provide legal advice. As a registered California Legal Document Assistant, we prepare self-help documents at your specific direction. SP Legal Solutions may contract with a California-licensed attorney to provide freelance paralegal services.

From the guides

Learn the essentials
before you sign anything.

All guides →
March 12, 2026 · 6 min read
Will vs. Trust: Which One Do You Actually Need?
Both documents move assets after death — but they work very differently. Here's how to choose the right one for your family.
Read →
February 24, 2026 · 8 min read
What Happens in California If You Die Without an Estate Plan?
Intestate succession, probate timelines, and the state's default rules — and why they rarely match what families actually want.
Read →
January 30, 2026 · 5 min read
Funding Your Living Trust: The Step Most People Skip
A Trust on paper means little if your assets aren't titled in its name. Here's a practical checklist to fund your Trust correctly.
Read →
Common questions

Everything people ask
before booking a call.

A Will alone still goes through California probate, which takes 12–18 months and involves court costs. A Living Trust avoids probate entirely, keeps your estate private, and lets a successor trustee settle your affairs in weeks. Most California families with a home or meaningful assets benefit from both.
The price we quote in writing is the price you pay — for the complete document package. No hourly billing, no surprise fees at signing, no extras. If the scope changes, we agree a new flat rate before doing the work.
From first call to signed originals, most plans are completed in 2–3 weeks. The timeline is driven mostly by how quickly you review drafts and get back to us.
No. We are a registered California Legal Document Assistant (LDA). That means we prepare self-help legal documents at your specific direction. We can't provide legal advice, but we can provide clear information and coordinate attorney review when needed.
Yes — we prepare and file California business formation documents (LLC, Corporation) with the Secretary of State at flat rates. See the Services page for details.
We can review it during intake and help you update, replace, or complement it with a Trust. Outdated documents (especially before 2010) often reference laws or family situations that no longer apply.
Ready when you are

Start with a free call.

Fifteen minutes. No pressure, no pitch. We’ll listen, answer your questions, and quote a flat rate in writing — only if you want one.

Book a free consultation →Call 310-300-6630
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