The Werner Law Firm - Bakersfield, CA
The Werner Law Firm in Bakersfield, California, has provided exceptional estate planning, living trusts, and probate representation since 1975. Led by managing attorney Troy Werner, this award-winning multi-office firm assists clients with compassionate legacy planning and streamlined probate services.
Comprehensive Estate Planning and Probate Services in Bakersfield
Planning for your family's financial security and preserving your hard-earned assets requires experienced, trusted, and compassionate legal counsel. Established in 1975 by veteran attorney L. Rob Werner, The Werner Law Firm has spent more than forty-five years providing dedicated legal representation to clients throughout California. Today, led by managing attorney Troy Werner, our award-winning estate planning and probate firm serves the Bakersfield community from our conveniently located office on California Avenue. Whether you want to draft a living trust to protect your family or need a probate lawyer urgently to manage the estate of a deceased loved one, we are here to provide clear, reliable, and friendly guidance every step of the way.
Proactive Estate Planning, Living Trusts, and Asset Protection
Many individuals mistakenly believe that estate planning is only for the wealthy, but a comprehensive estate plan is essential for every household to avoid costly court delays and protect assets. Our Bakersfield estate planning attorneys design customized plans that give you complete peace of mind. We specialize in drafting and establishing:
- Living Trusts: A revocable living trust allows your assets to pass directly to your beneficiaries, completely bypassing the expensive and public California probate process.
- Wills and Legacy Documents: We draft legally binding last wills and testaments that clearly outline your wishes regarding asset distribution and guardian designations for minor children.
- Powers of Attorney: We establish durable financial powers of attorney and healthcare directives, ensuring that trusted individuals can manage your affairs if you become incapacitated.
- Special Needs Trusts: We help families secure the financial futures of loved ones with special needs without compromising their eligibility for essential government benefits.
Proactive planning protects your assets from creditors, minimizes tax liabilities, and secures your family's future. If you need to find an attorney to draft or update your trust, our Bakersfield team is ready to assist.
Dedicated Probate Superheroes: Guided Probate and Trust Administration
Losing a loved one is a painful experience, and the responsibility of managing their legal affairs can feel entirely overwhelming. Under the leadership of attorney Troy Werner, we created the Probate Superheroes division to serve as a helping hand for grieving families. We guide executors, trustees, and administrators through the complex and highly regulated California probate court system. Our comprehensive probate administration services include:
- Filing probate petitions and publishing required legal notices
- Cataloging and appraising estate assets with court-appointed referees
- Resolving outstanding creditor claims and tax obligations
- Handling estate and trust distributions to beneficiaries
- Representing clients in complex probate litigation and will contests
We simplify the entire probate process, handling the paperwork and court dates so you can focus on healing. If you are seeking a compassionate and streamlined approach to probate, our legal professionals are here to guide you.
Why Choose The Werner Law Firm"
Selecting a legal team to manage your legacy is a deeply personal decision. The Werner Law Firm has earned an outstanding reputation across Southern California for our client-first philosophy, accessibility, and reasonable rates. Our managing attorney, Troy Werner-an Ivy League graduate and recognized as one of the community's Top 40 Under Forty professionals-continues the firm's legacy of excellence. We offer 24/7 call availability and a streamlined client onboarding process, ensuring that we are always accessible when you have urgent legal questions. If you need to find an estate planning lawyer who provides award-winning, personalized advocacy, look no further than our Bakersfield office.
Request Your Free, No-Obligation Consultation Today
At The Werner Law Firm, we believe that everyone should have access to high-quality legal advice. That is why we offer a free initial consultation to discuss your unique estate planning, trust, or probate needs. Conveniently located in Tower B of the California Avenue corporate center in Bakersfield, we serve clients across Kern County. Contact our firm today to schedule your consultation, and let our dedicated legal team help you secure your family's legacy and peace of mind.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the business district of West Bakersfield, situated along the prominent commercial corridor of California Avenue.
Building Location
This is a two-story commercial office building in the Cal Twin Towers complex (Tower B). The building is located near the intersection of California Avenue and Mohawk Street.
Parking Details
For visitors, free parking is available in the surrounding open-access surface public parking lots.
Public Transit
Served by Golden Empire Transit (GET) Route 21 (CSUB / Bakersfield College); nearest stop is at California & Mohawk.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main lobby of Tower B. Visitors can use the elevator or the stairs to access the second floor, where the office is located in Tower B, Suite 210.