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Romelia "DeDe" Soto

With more than 20 years of legal experience, Romelia “DeDe” Soto is prepared to provide you with the knowledgeable advice and skilled representation you need.

We help those who choose to plan and we clean up the messes of those who fail to plan.

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Newport Beach Estate Planning Attorneys

At The Soto Law Group, we understand and serve the needs of our clients in all stages of life. From preparation via Estate Planning, Special Needs, Conservatorships, Trust Administration, Probate or Trust and Wills disputes. We serve all generations of clients in Newport Beach and surrounding California communities.

Newport Beach estate planning attorney Romelia “DeDe” Soto, Esq. has extensive experience handling issues ranging from simple wills and trusts to high-asset real estate transfers and business successions. DeDe and her experienced legal team are prepared to handle your critical legal issues with care and attention to detail.

“We help those who choose to plan and we clean up the messes of those who fail to plan.”

-Romelia “DeDe” Soto

Estate Planning – Wills and Revocable or Irrevocable Trusts

We can help you protect your family and your assets and according to your wishes through careful and customized design of your Will, Trust, Health Care Directives and Durable Power of Attorney and, for families with minor children, Naming Guardians.

Probate

We help you through the complex and overwhelming process of settling the legal and financial affairs of a deceased family member.

Trust Administration

We assist and represent the Successor Trustee and/or Executor with the fiduciary duty of their role and make sure their rights and interests are protected through the administration of a decedent’s estate.

Conservatorships

We guide you through this often complex and emotional process.

Special Needs/Supplemental Trusts

We ensure proper planning and protection for the financial future and support for your special needs child or disabled family member.

Naming Guardians/Child Protection Plans

If you are a parent of children who are counting on you, your estate plan must begin with ensuring your children would always be taken care of by the people you want, in the way you want no matter what happens.

Will and Trust Disputes - Litigation

If you are engaged in an estate dispute, we can help you explore your options and understand the full scope of your legal rights.

Inheritance Rights/Beneficiary Representation

If you are an heir to a decedent’s estate and have questions about your rights or you are experiencing issues with the Successor Trustee or Executor of an estate, we can represent you to make sure your rights are protected and the wishes of the decedent are executed properly.

Business Planning and Succession

We can help establish an LLC or Corporation for your business and protect your real estate investments.

Real Estate Deed Transfers

If you have a real property asset in California that needs to be transferred into your trust, we can facilitate your request.

Place Your Legal Matters In Trusted Hands

The Soto Law Group is a trusted source of legal guidance for families in Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Irvine and throughout surrounding California communities.

Newport Beach estate planning attorney Romelia “DeDe” Soto has extensive experience handling issues ranging from simple wills and trusts to high-asset real estate transfers and business successions.

DeDe and our experienced legal team are prepared to handle your critical legal issues with care and attention to detail.

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The Question Every Father Thinks He’s Answered (But Hasn’t)

Blogs, Estate Planning

There are two kinds of fathers. The first kind coaches the games, makes it to the school plays, stays up late helping with the projects,...

When You’re Named Trustee, the Clock Is Already Running

Blogs

Most people accept the role of successor trustee because they love and trust the person who asked them. That’s the right reason to say yes....

015: Trust Administration in California: What Every Trustee Needs to Know Before They Start

Podcast

When a loved one dies and you’re named successor trustee, the clock starts immediately. In this episode, DeDe Soto breaks down the full arc of...