Vinh Doan Law Office, APC is based in Garden Grove. We help Garden Grove families protect their homes and savings with living trusts, wills, powers of attorney and health care directives, in English and Vietnamese. We have completed more than 1,700 living trusts for families across Orange County and California.
Estate planning for Garden Grove homeowners
Many Garden Grove homeowners bought their homes decades ago, and those homes are now worth far more than the price paid. That matters in two ways. Without a trust, the home may have to go through probate, and the court fees are based on the full current value, not the purchase price. And when a home passes to children, California's Proposition 19 rules can lead to a higher property tax bill. A plan made now, with the property tax effect in mind, keeps your choices open.
What we prepare for Garden Grove families
- A revocable living trust, built around your family and your property
- A pour-over will, so anything left out still ends up in the trust
- A financial power of attorney and an advance health care directive
- Deeds and written instructions to move your home and accounts into the trust
- Trust administration and probate help for your family after a death
Points worth knowing in Garden Grove
- Signing a trust does not move your house into it. The deed has to be changed to the trust, and we prepare that deed for you.
- Probate for Orange County estates is handled by the Orange County Superior Court. A properly funded trust keeps the property out of that process.
- Parents and adult children often share one household. We plan for who manages your affairs if you cannot, and who makes your health care decisions.
Talk to our office
Tell us about your family and we will recommend a plan.
Working with our office
Every step can be done by Zoom or phone, so you do not have to travel. If you would rather meet in person, our office is at 10971 Garden Grove Blvd, Ste G, Garden Grove, in Garden Grove. We accept MetLife Legal Plans, ARAG and LegalEASE members. See the plans we accept.
Frequently asked questions
Is your office in Garden Grove?
Yes. Our office is at 10971 Garden Grove Blvd, Ste G, Garden Grove, CA 92843. Every step can also be done by Zoom and phone if you prefer.
Can I speak with the attorney in Vietnamese?
Yes. Call (714) 332-9700 for Vietnamese or (888) 561-3988 for English. We explain each document in the language you are most comfortable in.
Does a Garden Grove homeowner need a living trust?
If you own a home or other property in California and want your family to avoid probate, a living trust is usually worth considering. After an overview discussion we tell you honestly whether it fits your situation.
Attorney: Vinh N. Doan, Attorney at Law. J.D., Florida State University; LL.M. in Taxation, University of Alabama; MSIM, Boston University. Licensed in California (State Bar No. 296718) and Texas.
Last updated: November 2026. Vinh Doan Law Office, APC, 10971 Garden Grove Blvd, Ste G, Garden Grove, CA 92843.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Laws change, and your situation is unique. No attorney-client relationship is formed until a signed engagement agreement is in place.