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Matthew handles a variety of probate cases, including Conservatorship Matters, Trust Litigation, Trust Administration, Probate Administration, and Elder Abuse causes of action. He is an aggressive litigator with trial experience. He has extensive experience in matters relating to civil litigation, including depositions and meditations.. Matthew lives in Redondo Beach with his wife, Laura, an author, and his son, Ulysses "Sly." In his free time, Matthew enjoys spending tie with his family, playing golf, avid sports watching (Go Bruins), and reading.. "It's the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen." -John Wooden

Mark Swatik is a Certified Legal Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate law under the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization, which is a distinction held by less than 1% of California attorneys. Mr. Swatik practices in the area of Estate Planning, Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts, Probate, and Trust Administration.  Mr. Swatik’s practice also includes advanced tax planning, Asset Protection, Special Needs planning, and Elder law, as well as civil litigation with an emphasis in Trust and Will contests, Personal Injury & Wrongful Death.. Mr. Swatik also works with financial advisors and CPA’s to assist their clients in drafting complex irrevocable trusts, including Dynasty Trusts, Grantor Retained Trusts (GRATS/GRUTS), Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts (IDGTS), Qualified Personal Residence Trusts (QPRTS), Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts (ILITS), Family Limited Partnership Trusts (FLPS), Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts (SLATS), and Charitable Remainder/Lead Trusts (CRATS/CRUTS/CLATS).. Mr. Swatik was a partner at the firm of Sanders, Montalto and Swatik, LLP, and in 2015, Mr. Swatik was invited to join the premier estate planning, business and real estate law firm in the South Bay, Burkley & Brandlin, where he was named as a partner and the new firm name has now become Swatik & Brandlin LLP.. Mr. Swatik is also a licensed California Real Estate Broker, which has been very beneficial in overseeing dozens of real estate transactions during probate and trust administrative matters.. Mr. Swatik brings an extensive background in business management to the firm’s Estate Planning practice, differentiating him from many other Estate Planning attorneys. Additionally, because Mr. Swatik not only drafts trusts and Estate Plans, but litigates them in court, he is provided a unique perspective in understanding the shortcomings of many trusts, and how to perfect them whether it be in the area of tax avoidance, creditor protection, or simply protecting the client’s wishes from being successfully challenged later in court.. In addition to his legal experience in areas of estate planning and administration, Mr. Swatik is an honorably retired Police Sergeant, who managed Internal Affairs, Detectives, Training and Hiring, Administration and served as the Team Leader for the SWAT/Hostage Crisis Negotiations Team.  Mr. Swatik has extensive experience and training in Risk Management and civil liability pertaining to Public Sector employment.  Mr. Swatik has provided “Use of Force” expert testimony and has been the designated City representative regarding policies and procedures in Federal and State courts.  Mr. Swatik also assisted in multiple federal and state civil litigation matters pertaining to municipal defense against civil rights and tort claims. Mr. Swatik has also testified before State Senate and State Assembly Committees for Senate Bill 506 (2005) and Assembly Bill 1595 (2005), and assisted in the drafting of these documents, both of which have been passed into current laws regarding Public Safety Professional’s Privacy Rights.. Mr. Swatik has authored Risk Management newsletters and offered instruction to police agencies on administrative, legal and procedural matters.  Mr. Swatik had been the Department’s designated investigator/facilitator during 4 Civil Service Commission disciplinary hearings involving excessive force and police misconduct.

Attorney James C. Shields provides high caliber, effective legal representation to clients all throughout Southern California. He focuses on select areas of law including bankruptcy, estate planning and probate and he has a proven track record under his belt. With decades of legal experience, Attorney Shields is admitted to practice law in California, Oregon and Arizona. He obtained his Juris Degree from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles back in 1984 and since then, he has opened up five separate law offices so that he can better serve Southern California residents. Attorney Shields assists clients with filing for bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, wills, trusts, estate planning, probate, conservatorship, guardianships and much more. So let his experience work for you!  He puts focused attention and energy into every case so that you can obtain the most favorable outcome. Contact the firm today to request a free consultation and learn how Mr. Shields can help you build a brighter future.

Experienced Trusts attorney serving clients in Torrance and surrounding areas.

Experienced Trusts attorney serving clients in Torrance and surrounding areas.

Experienced Trusts attorney serving clients in Torrance and surrounding areas.

Experienced Trusts attorney serving clients in Torrance and surrounding areas.

Experienced Trusts attorney serving clients in Torrance and surrounding areas.

Experienced Trusts attorney serving clients in Torrance and surrounding areas.

Experienced Trusts attorney serving clients in Torrance and surrounding areas.

Experienced Trusts attorney serving clients in Torrance and surrounding areas.

Experienced Trusts attorney serving clients in Torrance and surrounding areas.

Experienced Trusts attorney serving clients in Torrance and surrounding areas.