Atty. Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan

Atty. Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan

Jeff Marvan is the lead attorney at MarvanLaw, A.P.C. MarvanLaw, A.P.C. is a boutique firm focused on probate litigation, trust litigation, estate planning, guardianships, and conservatorships.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 27 Years Experience 27 year
Call (213) 386-5988

Profile Summary

About Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan at a glance

Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan is a trusts attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Marvan Law APC. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in California (1999). Educated at University of California Davis (—, 1999) and Colorado College (BA Political Science, 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jeff Marvan is the lead attorney at MarvanLaw, A.P.C
  • MarvanLaw, A.P.C. is a boutique firm focused on probate litigation, trust litigation, estate planning, guardianships, and conservatorships
  • After graduating from UC Davis’ King Hall School of Law, Jeff began his legal career a public defender in Yolo County
  • Over the four years at the public defender office Jeff handled misdemeanors, felonies, juvenile delinquencies, dependencies, and LPS Conservatorships
  • This time period allowed Jeff to hone his trial skills which have continued to mature in the trusts and estates arena
  • In 2006, Jeff formed MarvanLaw, A.P.C
  • Jeff was a professor of Wills and Trusts at Glendale University College of Law for 2 years
  • Jeff frequently presents for LACBA, SBBA, SFVBA Estate Planning Counsel, Pincus Professional Education, and PFAC in the area of trusts and estates
  • Presently, Jeff is Secretary/Treasurer of LACBA Trusts and Estate Committee and has been chairperson of the Court Appointed Counsel Training Committee since 2020

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan

Where is Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan's law office located?
Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Marvan Law APC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan handle?
Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan practiced law?
Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan go to law school?
Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan earned their education at (—, 1999); (BA Political Science, 1996).
How can I contact Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan received?
Jeffrey "Jeff" Marvan's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyer 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

Education

University of California Davis
- 1999
BA Political Science
Colorado College
- 1996

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyer 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023
- 2026

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1999

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