Lilian Givens, Trusts Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA
Trusted trusts attorney serving Los Angeles.
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Lilian Givens is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Trusts.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Trusts
- Handles Trusts matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026).
About Lilian Givens: Lilian Givens is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Trusts.
Areas of practice
Lilian's practice areas in Los Angeles
Lilian concentrates on trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lilian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Trusts cases in Los Angeles, California
Lilian takes trusts matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lilian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Lilian Givens, trusts attorney serving Los Angeles
Lilian Givens is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Trusts. Lilian works from Los Angeles, California and takes on trusts matters across the region.
Lilian Givens is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates.
Lilian, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lilian is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Lilian handles trusts matters
Lilian Givens is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Lilian, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lilian is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Who Lilian represents
Lilian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for trusts matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Lilian studied and practices
Loyola Marymount University
J.D. · 2016
Lilian studied at J.D. in Loyola Marymount University.
Law school and academic background
Lilian completed J.D. in Loyola Marymount University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lilian runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Lilian's legal honors and published work
Lilian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026).
Locations
Lilian Givens's office in Los Angeles
Lilian's primary office is at 10100 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 2200, Los Angeles, California, 10100. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lilian Givens — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new trusts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lilian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lilian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lilian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lilian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a trusts attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many trusts matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lilian
Lilian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in trusts practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every trusts matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lilian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lilian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many trusts practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lilian Givens
How much does it cost to hire Lilian for a trusts case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lilian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lilian offer a free consultation?
Lilian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lilian's office. Some trusts attorneys offer free consults — check Lilian's current terms during booking.
How long do trusts cases in California typically take?
Simple trusts matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lilian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lilian take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Lilian is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lilian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Lilian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lilian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lilian accepting new trusts clients right now?
Lilian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Trusts attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Lilian handles trusts matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified trusts attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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