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Matthew Bourque, Managing Partner of RMO’s Texas offices, was recently featured as a guest on the Leadership in Law podcast with host Marilyn Jenkins. [...]
Matthew Bourque, Managing Partner of RMO’s Texas offices, was recently featured as a guest on the Leadership in Law podcast with host Marilyn Jenkins. […]
- Media Mentions
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In a recent article published by The Daily Upside, RMO LLP founding partner Scott Rahn discussed how the growing prevalence of cognitive decline, including [...]
In a recent article published by The Daily Upside, RMO LLP founding partner Scott Rahn discussed how the growing prevalence of cognitive decline, including […]
- Media Mention
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In an episode of Probate Weekly, Scott Rahn, founding partner of RMO LLP, joined host Bill Gross to discuss the real-world role of an [...]
In an episode of Probate Weekly, Scott Rahn, founding partner of RMO LLP, joined host Bill Gross to discuss the real-world role of an […]
- Media Mention
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Mathew Wrenshall, Managing Partner of RMO LLP in Pasadena, joined Bill Gross and Probate Weekly for a practical discussion on will and trust contests [...]
Mathew Wrenshall, Managing Partner of RMO LLP in Pasadena, joined Bill Gross and Probate Weekly for a practical discussion on will and trust contests […]
- Power of Attorney
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Key Takeaways Introduction A power of attorney document grants an individual the authority to make decisions on the document creator’s behalf. The type of [...]
Key Takeaways Introduction A power of attorney document grants an individual the authority to make decisions on the document creator’s behalf. The type of […]
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What happens when a law firm grows faster than its people can handle? Scott Rahn, founding partner of RMO LLP, sat down with Steve [...]
What happens when a law firm grows faster than its people can handle? Scott Rahn, founding partner of RMO LLP, sat down with Steve […]
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- Probate Law
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When a person passes away, their assets must be disbursed in a manner consistent with state laws and following the directions they put forth [...]
When a person passes away, their assets must be disbursed in a manner consistent with state laws and following the directions they put forth […]
- Trust Litigation
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Can a trustee remove a beneficiary from a trust? Yes. Is it common? No. Upon the death of a decedent, most trusts become irrevocable. [...]
Can a trustee remove a beneficiary from a trust? Yes. Is it common? No. Upon the death of a decedent, most trusts become irrevocable. […]
- Trust Litigation
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Losing a family member is hard enough on its own. However, if you find that someone is stealing from an estate, the news can [...]
Losing a family member is hard enough on its own. However, if you find that someone is stealing from an estate, the news can […]
- Trust Litigation
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Key Takeaways Introduction Beneficiaries, heirs, and other interested parties in an established trust have the right to contest the trust instrument if they believe [...]
Key Takeaways Introduction Beneficiaries, heirs, and other interested parties in an established trust have the right to contest the trust instrument if they believe […]
- Partition Action
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A partition action allows a co-owner of a property to force a sale of the property, so they can take their share of the [...]
A partition action allows a co-owner of a property to force a sale of the property, so they can take their share of the […]
- Trust Litigation
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What is the penalty for stealing from an estate? When an abuser steals from an estate, the penalty can be as little as simply [...]
What is the penalty for stealing from an estate? When an abuser steals from an estate, the penalty can be as little as simply […]
- Probate Law
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Probate lawyer and attorney costs are standardized in California and most other states. Plus, other fees and compensation also are predetermined. To help clarify, [...]
Probate lawyer and attorney costs are standardized in California and most other states. Plus, other fees and compensation also are predetermined. To help clarify, […]
- Probate Law
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Rest assured, many Los Angeles Superior Court probate petitions generate probate notes. They’re very common and easy to address. If you’re working with a [...]
Rest assured, many Los Angeles Superior Court probate petitions generate probate notes. They’re very common and easy to address. If you’re working with a […]
- Conservatorships
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Fighting conservatorship abuse is a complex and emotionally-charged topic. Seeing a loved one ignored or taken advantage of by the person or persons charged [...]
Fighting conservatorship abuse is a complex and emotionally-charged topic. Seeing a loved one ignored or taken advantage of by the person or persons charged […]
- Trust Litigation
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Family trust embezzlement and stealing is more common than you might think. At RMO Lawyers, we investigate, prosecute and defend these claims every day. [...]
Family trust embezzlement and stealing is more common than you might think. At RMO Lawyers, we investigate, prosecute and defend these claims every day. […]
- Conservatorships
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You may need to hire a conservatorship lawyer to contest a conservatorship when a conservator is abusing or exploiting their authority for personal gain. [...]
You may need to hire a conservatorship lawyer to contest a conservatorship when a conservator is abusing or exploiting their authority for personal gain. […]
- Inheritance
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Executive Summary Introduction Sibling inheritance priority is often not as clear-cut as it is for direct heirs like children and grandchildren. Sibling inheritance laws [...]
Executive Summary Introduction Sibling inheritance priority is often not as clear-cut as it is for direct heirs like children and grandchildren. Sibling inheritance laws […]
RMO In the News
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Key Takeaways RMO LLP is pleased to announce that Jennifer Lefton has joined our Orange County office as a Senior Attorney. Lefton represents trustees, [...]
Key Takeaways RMO LLP is pleased to announce that Jennifer Lefton has joined our Orange County office as a Senior Attorney. Lefton represents trustees, […]
- News
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Three RMO LLP attorneys recognized among the nation’s top litigators for excellence in complex trust, estate, and fiduciary litigation RMO LLP is proud to [...]
Three RMO LLP attorneys recognized among the nation’s top litigators for excellence in complex trust, estate, and fiduciary litigation RMO LLP is proud to […]
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RMO LLP is proud to announce that Sean D. Muntz, Managing Partner, and Scott E. Rahn, Founding Partner, have been recognized among the Daily [...]
RMO LLP is proud to announce that Sean D. Muntz, Managing Partner, and Scott E. Rahn, Founding Partner, have been recognized among the Daily […]
- News
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Eight RMO Attorneys Recognized Across Trusts & Estates, Litigation, and Consumer Law RMO LLP is proud to announce that eight of its attorneys have [...]
Eight RMO Attorneys Recognized Across Trusts & Estates, Litigation, and Consumer Law RMO LLP is proud to announce that eight of its attorneys have […]
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RMO LLP is proud to announce that Meghan Glaspy, Melanie Cohen, and Meagan Paisley have been named to the 2027 Southern California Super Lawyers [...]
RMO LLP is proud to announce that Meghan Glaspy, Melanie Cohen, and Meagan Paisley have been named to the 2027 Southern California Super Lawyers […]
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RMO LLP is proud to announce that partners Scott Rahn, Sean Muntz, and Mathew Wrenshall have been named to the 2027 Southern California Super [...]
RMO LLP is proud to announce that partners Scott Rahn, Sean Muntz, and Mathew Wrenshall have been named to the 2027 Southern California Super […]
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California and Texas trust and estate litigation law firm RMO LLP is proud to announce that the firm has been ranked in the 2026 [...]
California and Texas trust and estate litigation law firm RMO LLP is proud to announce that the firm has been ranked in the 2026 […]
- News
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California and Texas trust and estate litigation law firm RMO LLP is proud to announce that Craig A. Tristao, Managing Attorney of the firm’s [...]
California and Texas trust and estate litigation law firm RMO LLP is proud to announce that Craig A. Tristao, Managing Attorney of the firm’s […]
- News
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RMO LLP is proud to share that Meghan Glaspy was named a Lawyer on the Fast Track (Trusts and Estates) Honoree in the California [...]
RMO LLP is proud to share that Meghan Glaspy was named a Lawyer on the Fast Track (Trusts and Estates) Honoree in the California […]
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RMO LLP is proud to announce that Founding Partner Scott Rahn has been recognized in the inaugural Los Angeles Magazine Best of L.A. Legal [...]
RMO LLP is proud to announce that Founding Partner Scott Rahn has been recognized in the inaugural Los Angeles Magazine Best of L.A. Legal […]
- News
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RMO LLP is pleased to share that Matthew Bourque, Meghan Glaspy, and Tara Burd have been named to The 2026 Lawdragon 500 X – [...]
RMO LLP is pleased to share that Matthew Bourque, Meghan Glaspy, and Tara Burd have been named to The 2026 Lawdragon 500 X – […]