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Free Estate Planning Workshops

Every month, Maria hosts free community workshops across Encino and Calabasas. No sales pitch — just practical knowledge to help you protect your family.

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Upcoming Workshops & Events

The next workshop is Tuesday, July 28 at Pepperdine University in Calabasas, and three more sessions are open for RSVP below. Reserve your spot, and add the date to your calendar so you do not miss it.

Next Workshop
28
July 2026
Tuesday, 6:30 to 7:30 PM
Pepperdine University
Calabasas Campus
No cost to attend

Protect Your Retirement. Preserve Your Legacy.

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 6:30 to 7:30 PM
Pepperdine University, Calabasas Campus
26750 Agoura Road, Calabasas, CA 91302
Jack Gelnak of Premier Wealth Advisors, and Maria V. Primushko of MVP Law Group

A complimentary educational workshop for retirees and for anyone approaching retirement. We look at what rising taxes, inflation, and probate costs can do to an estate, and at the steps you can take now to keep what you built with your family rather than in court. Seating is limited, so registration is required.

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Registration for this workshop is handled by our co-host, Premier Wealth Advisors. Questions? Call the office at (818) 788-7881.

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Premier Wealth Advisors and MVP Law Group are independent entities and are not affiliated with, sponsored by, endorsed by, or authorized by Pepperdine University. Any references to Pepperdine University or its trademarks are for identification or informational purposes only and do not imply any relationship or approval.

Estate Planning: Explained with Maria V. Primushko, Thursday July 23 2026, 12:00 to 1:00 PM, online via Zoom

Estate Planning: Explained

Thursday, July 23, 2026 · 12:00 to 1:00 PM
Online (Zoom)

A clear, plain language introduction to estate planning in California. Learn the core documents every family needs, how a living trust helps you avoid probate, and the most common mistakes to avoid. Hosted online by Maria. Bring your questions.

This session was held on July 23. Join the list below and we will let you know about the recording, and about the next session.
Estate Planning: Parents Edition with Maria V. Primushko, Wednesday August 26 2026, 6:30 to 8:30 PM, Cambria Hotel Calabasas

Estate Planning: Parents Edition

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Cambria Hotel Calabasas
26400 Rondell St, Calabasas, CA 91302

An in person workshop for parents who want to protect their children and their assets. We cover guardianship nominations, trusts for minor children, special needs planning, and how to keep your family out of probate court. Light refreshments provided.

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Trust Administration with Maria V. Primushko, Wednesday October 21 2026, 6:30 to 8:30 PM, Cambria Hotel Calabasas

Trust Administration

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 · 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Cambria Hotel Calabasas
26400 Rondell St, Calabasas, CA 91302

A practical workshop for successor trustees and families navigating a trust after a loved one has passed. We walk through the trustee duties, the first steps to take, common pitfalls, and when to seek legal guidance. Light refreshments provided.

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Event dates and locations updated monthly. Join our email list for advance notice — you will receive event information and our free California Estate Planning Checklist.

Education First

Estate planning is one of the most important things a family can do — and one of the most misunderstood. Maria believes every family deserves clear, accessible information before making any legal decisions. Our workshops are free, open to the public, and held at community venues you know: local libraries, community centers, and business association meeting rooms across Encino and Calabasas.

Attendees who attend our workshops convert at a dramatically higher rate to consultation than website visitors alone. Come learn — no obligation, no pressure.
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No Charge, Ever

Every workshop is completely free. We believe access to legal education should not depend on the ability to pay.

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No Sales Pitch

Our workshops are educational presentations. We provide information, answer questions, and respect your timeline. If you decide to work with us, great. If not, we are still glad you came.

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Local Venues

We hold events at familiar community locations in Encino, Calabasas, and Woodland Hills — not in a law office.

Previous Workshops

Our workshops have been held at chambers of commerce, libraries, HOA meeting rooms, and community centers across the San Fernando Valley. Past topics have included estate planning basics, probate avoidance, special needs trusts, bankruptcy myths and facts, and protecting assets for blended families.

Calabasas Chamber of Commerce

Protecting Blended Families

Estate planning strategies for families with stepchildren, multiple marriages, and complex inheritance goals.
Encino Community Center

Bankruptcy Myths and Facts

Separating common misconceptions from the realities of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy in California.
Woodland Hills Library

Living Trusts vs. Wills

A clear comparison of the two most common estate planning documents and why most California families benefit from a trust.
West Valley Warner Center Chamber

Protecting Assets for Business Owners

How small business owners can integrate their business succession plan with their personal estate plan.
San Fernando Valley Support Group

Special Needs Trusts Q&A

An open Q&A session for families of individuals with disabilities exploring long-term financial planning options.
Encino Neighborhood Council

Estate Planning for Immigrant Families

Addressing the unique planning considerations for families with cross-border assets, non-citizen spouses, and international beneficiaries.

Can't Make It to a Workshop?

We offer free individual consultations by phone, video, or in person at our Encino or Woodland Hills offices.