Mark E. Swatik, Esq., MBA - Torrance, CA
Law Offices of Mark E. Swatik, APC is a premier estate planning and probate law practice in Torrance, California, founded by Board-Certified Legal Specialist Mark Edward Swatik, Esq., MBA. With over 1,500 estate planning clients served, an AV Preeminent rating, and multiple South Bay Best Attorney honors, the firm delivers authoritative guidance in living trusts, probate administration, and trust litigation.
Board-Certified Estate Planning and Probate Representation in Torrance
Safeguarding family wealth and steering estates through California probate demands exceptional legal acumen. Located on Hawthorne Boulevard in Torrance, California, Law Offices of Mark E. Swatik, APC provides estate planning, trust administration, and probate litigation across Southern California. Founding attorney Mark E. Swatik, Esq., MBA is a Board-Certified Legal Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization-an elite credential achieved by less than one percent of California attorneys. If you need to find an experienced probate lawyer or hire an estate planning attorney in Torrance, Mark E. Swatik offers proven representation.
Attorney Mark Swatik combines legal mastery with an MBA in Finance and background as a retired police sergeant, giving him unique insight into risk management and asset valuation. Having guided more than 1,500 estate planning clients, Attorney Swatik designs robust living trusts, minimizes tax exposure, and protects wealth against creditors. When disputes arise, his litigation background ensures fiduciaries and beneficiaries receive assertive advocacy in California probate courts.
Core Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Services
The firm delivers authoritative representation across comprehensive trusts, estate planning, and probate matters in Southern California:
- Revocable Living Trusts: Crafting living trusts that preserve family wealth, avoid probate, and provide management during incapacity.
- Wills and Guardianships: Drafting enforceable wills, nominating guardians for minor children, and coordinating pour-over wills.
- Trust Administration: Guiding successor trustees through asset collection, creditor notices, tax filings, and fiduciary compliance.
- California Probate Proceedings: Representing executors and heirs in formal probate petitions, spousal petitions, and asset distribution.
- Trust and Probate Litigation: Litigating contested wills, breaches of fiduciary duty, trustee removal actions, and disputed heirship.
- Powers of Attorney and Healthcare Directives: Establishing durable financial powers of attorney and advance healthcare directives.
Why Clients Choose Mark E. Swatik, Esq., MBA
- Board-Certified Legal Specialist: Certified in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.
- Super Lawyers and AV Preeminent: Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell and selected to Super Lawyers for outstanding legal ability and ethics.
- Voted Best South Bay Attorney: Voted Best Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Attorney in Best of the Beach and Daily Breeze Readers Choice Awards.
- Over 1,500 Clients Advised: Extensive record of creating customized living trusts and resolving high-stakes probate and estate disputes.
Request a Free Estate Planning Consultation Today
Failing to plan properly can expose your estate to unnecessary taxes, public court intervention, and contentious family disputes. If you need an estate lawyer urgently or wish to find an experienced living trust attorney in Torrance, contact Law Offices of Mark E. Swatik, APC today. Request your free consultation and secure your legacy with a Board-Certified Specialist.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of the South Bay business district in Torrance, adjacent to the premium retail and dining of the Del Amo Fashion Center.
Building Location
This is a prestigious, Class A eight-story commercial office building known as The Torrance. Built in 1988 and LEED Gold certified, the building features a stunning glass exterior and an elegant landscaped courtyard lobby with Steelhead Coffee inside.
Parking Details
A large, multi-level on-site parking structure is available behind the building, offering free covered parking and EV charging stations for clients and visitors.
Public Transit
Served by LA Metro Route 344 (Harbor Gateway Transit Center); nearest stop is at Hawthorne / Torrance.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the beautifully landscaped main courtyard lobby. Take one of the passenger elevators to the 5th floor, where you will find the receptionist at Suite 500.