Your Trusted Partners in Life and Business Planning
Our team works seamlessly to guide you through every stage of life. From legal strategies to emotional support, we are here to make sure your loved ones and assets stay out of court and out of conflict.

Meet The Team

Heather Pietroforte
As your Family Business Lawyer™, Heather serves as a trusted advisor dedicated to helping you make informed personal, financial, and legal decisions. Her primary focus is ensuring that families and businesses avoid collapse and conflict during times of death or disability. By providing complimentary resources and guidance, she helps you keep your loved ones and partners out of court, offering peace of mind and long-term protection for everything you care about most.
Katerina Weddle
Katerina is your main contact person when you work with us. She facilitates client communication to make sure all of your questions are answered. She oversees our other staff to seamlessly deliver an outstanding experience to our clients. Katerina is a valued team member that carries herself in a highly professional manner and has excellent interpersonal and communication skills. She is instrumental in making your process with us as smooth as possible, and clients love her.
Angela Hanley
Angela will be the first to greet you whether you call or visit us. Angela works behind the scenes to ensure that all documents are uploaded and filed properly, answers quick questions about the process and guides you as you work with Heather. Angela is a valued member of our team. You will feel comfortable working with her to make this process as easy as possible for you and your family.

Reese, Taylor, and Saige
If you visit our office in person, don't be surprised if you see Heather's son Reese filing, or Taylor shredding, or Saige sweeping! Heather's children love to help in any way they can. We know how important it is to instill our values in our children.
Creating an Estate Plan is Easy
Let’s Talk
Book your free call. We’ll get to know you, your goals, and what matters most to your family.
We Build Your Plan
Based on your needs, we create a personalized will, trust, or full estate plan, clear, legal, and built to last.
Breathe Easier
Walk away with confidence knowing your loved ones are protected, your wishes are honored, and your legacy is secure.
Our Estate Planning Services
Explore the ways we help California families plan, protect, and move forward with confidence.
Wills
Lay out your wishes clearly, from who gets what, to who will care for your children, in a legally binding way.
Trusts
Avoid probate, protect your assets, and keep things private with a revocable or irrevocable trust tailored to your needs.
Probate Process
We guide families through probate with clarity and compassion, minimizing stress and avoiding costly mistakes.
Chosen by Families Across California
Planning With Empathy and Care
Planning for the future can feel overwhelming, but you’re not expected to have all the answers. That’s where we come in.
At Law Offices of Heather Pietroforte, we listen first. Then we help you create a plan that reflects your values, honors your wishes, and protects the people you love.
No judgment. No pressure. Just a compassionate guide, every step of the way.
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Let me help you protect the people and things you love to make sure they stay out of court and out of conflict.