Sara McLemen

The founder of McLemen Law in Westlake Village, California, Sara McLemen provides effective legal counsel to clients throughout the Los Angeles area. Focusing her practice on estate planning, probate, trust administration and trust litigation, she assists individuals and families with drafting comprehensive estate plans. From wills and living trusts to complex asset structures, she works closely with every client to align their strategies with unique personal goals and protect their family's long-term wealth.

Beyond proactive planning, Ms. McLemen represents clients in high-stakes trust and probate disputes across Southern California. Her litigation practice encompasses will and trust contests, trustee and executor removals, conservatorships, guardianships, contested fiduciary accountings and beneficiary rights determinations. By combining strong courtroom advocacy with deep knowledge of California probate law, she navigates sensitive family dynamics and resolves contentious asset disputes while tirelessly safeguarding her clients' legal rights and legacy.

Earning her bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Davis, in 1999 and her Juris Doctor from McGeorge School of Law in 2009, Ms. McLemen has been licensed in California since 2010. Her high-level trial advocacy has directly shaped state jurisprudence, with multiple successful cases published in California Courts of Appeal decisions. These significant rulings, particularly within conservatorship law, underscore her legal acumen and establish her as a highly influential authority in intricate fiduciary and probate litigation.

Ms. McLemen’s personalized approach centers on listening intently to understand each family's circumstances, concerns and goals behind every legal matter. Recognizing that estate planning and trust disputes carry immense emotional weight, she employs tailored strategies to address each client's distinct needs. By providing clear guidance and accessible communication, she empowers her clients through every step. Her compassionate, hands-on style ensures clients feel genuinely supported, protected and confident in their legal path forward.