Brett Alan Bjornson
Brett A. Bjornson, Esq., PLC • Santa Monica, CA
ProbateEstate PlanningPersonal InjuryTaxWills & Trusts
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Contact
Email
brett@brettbjornsonlaw.com
Phone
(855) 974-0030
Address
201 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90401, US
Professional
About
Brett Alan Bjornson is an accomplished attorney based in Santa Monica, California, specializing in Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Probate, Tax, and Wills & Trusts. As a California Certified Legal Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law, Mr. Bjornson brings a unique combination of qualifications to his practice, holding a Juris Doctorate, an inactive CPA designation, and a Master of Science degree in Federal Income Taxation. This diverse background equips him to assess client situations with precision, ensuring expedient and cost-effective resolutions. Mr. Bjornson excels in trust and estate litigation, addressing complex issues related to trust administration and probate matters. His commitment to the highest standards of performance, discretion, and integrity enables him to effectively guide clients through challenging legal landscapes, even when faced with incomplete or flawed data. In the realm of estate planning, Mr. Bjornson offers tailored services that range from drafting straightforward wills to creating intricate, customized estate plans. His approach emphasizes personalized attention and a deep understanding of family dynamics, ensuring that clients' hard-earned assets are protected as circumstances evolve. Additionally, Mr. Bjornson is experienced in assisting high-net-worth individuals with advanced estate planning strategies, including GRATs, QPRTs, CRTs, CLATs, IDGTs, and family entities. He strives to minimize legal fees through well-structured estate plans, embodying his philosophy of working himself out of a job.
About Probate Law
Probate attorneys guide families through the estate administration process after a loved one passes. They handle court filings, asset distribution, and dispute resolution. Common matters include estate administration, will contests, heir disputes, trust administration.
Credentials
Education
2004 Southwestern University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1987 California State University at Hayward M.S. 1981 California State University, Hayward BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2014 Certified Specialist - Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust Law, State Bar of California
Publications
1987 California Society of CPAs IRS Audit Techniques and Strategies
Associations
2011 - Present Beverly Hills Estate Planning Council Member 2011 - Present Santa Monica Bar Association Member 2011 - Present Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce Member 2004 - Present Los Angeles County Bar Association Member 2004 - Present Beverly Hills Bar Association Member
Speaking
2018 Jerry A. Kasner Estate Planning Symposium Can Attorneys "DO" The Numbers? 2017 Optimist Club of Pacific Palisades Trust Administration - "Portability" vs The "ABC Trust" 2017 Meals on Wheels West Board Meeting Planned Giving Insights 2016 Public Seminar Tax Matters 2016 Public Seminar Will Substitutes
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Updated: Jun 05, 2026