Ardis & Lehn - Downey, CA
With over six decades of community legal tradition in Downey, California, Ardis and Lehn is an established law practice led by veteran attorney Richard Anton Lehn, delivering sophisticated counsel in estate planning, trusts, wills, probate administration, taxation, and corporate law.
Distinguished Estate Planning and Tax Counsel in Downey, California
Preserving family wealth and ensuring the orderly transfer of assets across generations demands meticulous legal craftsmanship. Established along Imperial Highway in Downey, California, Ardis and Lehn has served as a cornerstone of legal integrity for families and business owners across Southeast Los Angeles County for over sixty years. Tracing its roots to founding partners Haygood Ardis and Richard Maximilian Lehn, the firm continues its legacy under attorney Richard Anton Lehn, who has practiced law since 1990 after graduating from Georgetown University Law Center. The practice delivers seasoned, personal guidance in wills, living trusts, probate administration, estate taxation, and business formation.
Customized Estate Planning, Wills, and Living Trusts
Every family circumstances and asset portfolios require tailored attention. Ardis and Lehn crafts comprehensive estate planning structures designed to minimize tax liabilities and avoid the costly delays of California probate courts. Attorney Richard Anton Lehn designs custom revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, wills, durable powers of attorney for financial management, and advance healthcare directives, ensuring your assets transfer smoothly to designated beneficiaries.
California Probate and Trust Administration
Administering an estate after losing a loved one can be emotionally exhausting and legally complex. Ardis and Lehn provides steadfast guidance to executors, trustees, and beneficiaries through all phases of California probate court proceedings. The firm assists personal representatives with petition filings, creditor notices, inventory management, and final asset distributions while advising trustees on fiduciary obligations.
Tax Planning and Asset Preservation
Tax regulations impose significant burdens on substantial estates without proper legal planning. Backed by advanced legal education from Georgetown University Law Center, Richard Anton Lehn provides strategic counsel on federal estate tax exemptions, gift taxes, and property tax considerations. The firm structures asset transfers that take full advantage of statutory protections, helping families and businesses preserve their wealth.
Corporate Law and Business Advisory
In addition to estate matters, Ardis and Lehn counsels local entrepreneurs and closely held businesses. The firm assists clients with corporate formation, entity structuring, partnership agreements, and contract drafting, while also guiding owners through business succession planning to ensure long-term legal security.
Why Clients Rely on Ardis and Lehn
Choosing to hire an attorney with decades of specialized experience provides lasting peace of mind. Key firm highlights include:
- Over six decades of continuous legal heritage in Downey.
- Advanced tax proficiency grounded in Georgetown University legal training.
- Comprehensive estate planning solutions that protect family wealth.
- Compassionate, patient guidance tailored to your financial goals.
- Direct access to a seasoned practitioner who handles every case detail with care.
If you are looking to find a lawyer to build an enduring estate plan or administer a trust, contact Ardis and Lehn today to schedule a consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located along the busy Imperial Highway corridor in southern Downey, near the intersection with Bellflower Boulevard.
Building Location
This is a single-story commercial office building built in 1965. It sits within a professional plaza on the south side of Imperial Highway, near local retail centers and medical offices.
Parking Details
A spacious surface parking lot is available on-site, offering free parking for clients and visitors directly in front of the building.
Public Transit
Served by DowneyLink Southeast Route (Transit Depot Loop); nearest stop is at Imperial & Dunrobin.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main front entrance of the professional plaza and locate Suite J on the ground level.