Kira S. Masteller

Kira S. Masteller: Expert Trust and Estate Planning Attorney in Encino

Protecting your legacy and ensuring your family’s financial security requires expert guidance and a strategic approach. Kira S. Masteller is a dedicated trust and estate planning attorney based in Encino, California, specializing in helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of wealth transfer, asset protection, and long-term financial planning. With a deep understanding of both legal strategy and personal values, Ms. Masteller provides comprehensive legal counsel designed to meet your unique needs and goals – minimizing taxes, controlling assets, and providing peace of mind.

Ms. Masteller’s practice focuses on creating customized solutions that go beyond simply drafting documents. She works closely with clients to understand their families’ specific circumstances, business structures, and philanthropic aspirations, crafting strategies that are both effective and aligned with their values. Her commitment extends to post-death administration, ensuring a smooth and efficient process for beneficiaries.

Key Services Offered:

• Federal Estate and Gift Tax Exemptions: Ms. Masteller expertly navigates the intricate rules surrounding federal estate and gift tax exemptions, maximizing your estate's value and minimizing tax liabilities for both you and your heirs.
• Asset Control & Tax Reduction: Develop a plan to strategically control assets while simultaneously reducing estate taxes, safeguarding your wealth for future generations.
• Business and Succession Planning: Ms. Masteller assists businesses and family-owned enterprises in creating comprehensive succession plans, ensuring a seamless transition of leadership and ownership.
• Special Trust Creation: Establish customized special trusts to achieve specific goals, such as providing for children with special needs, protecting assets from creditors, or implementing charitable giving strategies.
• Post-Death Trust Administration: Provide expert guidance and support throughout the entire post-death trust administration process, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements and minimizing potential disputes.

Practice Areas: Ms. Masteller’s core practice lies in Trusts and Estates, offering a full range of services including but not limited to estate planning, probate administration, trust administration, and sophisticated wealth strategies. She regularly advises clients on complex business organizations, including LLCs and Partnerships, offering strategic counsel to protect and grow their businesses. Ms. Masteller’s expertise extends to corporate law, ensuring businesses operate within legal compliance standards.

Recognition and Awards: Ms. Masteller is consistently recognized for her exceptional legal skills and dedication to her clients. She has been repeatedly named as a **Top Female Attorney in Southern California** by Los Angeles Magazine and Top Women Lawyers in Southern California, demonstrating her commitment to excellence and leadership within the legal community. She is also recognized as a **Super Lawyer** in Southern California and as a **Top Attorney in Best Attorney USA** since 2018, a testament to her standing among her peers. Her expertise is further acknowledged through her inclusion in **Best Lawyers** and the **Best Lawyers Magazine**, solidifying her reputation as a leading legal professional.

Education and Credentials: Ms. Masteller is a highly qualified and experienced attorney, holding several prestigious recognitions. She is recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2018, demonstrating her consistent excellence. She is admitted to practice law in the State of California, providing clients with a secure and knowledgeable legal partner. Her dedication to continued professional development ensures she remains at the forefront of legal advancements in the field of trusts and estates.

• Bar Admissions: Admitted to practice law in the State of California
• Recognized: Trusts and Estates, Practice Area: Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Practice Area: Corporate Law, Best Attorney USA, Best Lawyers Magazine, Super Lawyers Magazine, Top Female Attorneys in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine Business Edition, Top Women Lawyers in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine Business Edition

Contact Information: If you are seeking a seasoned legal professional to guide you through the complexities of trust and estate planning, or require assistance with business succession planning, Kira S. Masteller is prepared to partner with you to achieve your financial goals and safeguard your family’s future. Contact Ms. Masteller today for a confidential consultation.