Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Estate Planning & Business Law Partner in California
Schlau Rogers is a California-based boutique law firm specializing in estate planning and business law. Founded with a commitment to accessibility and affordability, we prioritize client-first service by offering flat fees, house calls, and personalized legal strategies. Our team brings decades of combined experience in navigating complex legal landscapes for individuals and businesses. We emphasize transparency, simplifying probate processes, and creating tailored estate plans that protect assets and legacies. With a focus on building long-term client relationships, we deliver practical solutions typically reserved for high-net-worth clients to families and entrepreneurs across Southern California. 
Services
Estate Planning
Business Law
Probate Services
Trust Administration
Business Formation
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer individually-tailored legal advice with a client-first approach
- Our fixed-fee billing eliminates hourly legal charges for estate and business planning
- We provide free initial consultations with direct attorney access
- Our team simplifies complex legal processes with personalized guidance
- We offer flexible payment plans including our Layaway Payment option
What people say
Professional and friendly
Exceeded expectations
Highly recommend
Painless process
Timely responses
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create comprehensive strategies to protect your assets and legacy. We design revocable and irrevocable trusts, wills, and advanced directives tailored to your family's needs. Our flat-rate packages ensure transparency while safeguarding your beneficiaries through proper documentation and tax planning strategies.
Business Law
We provide end-to-end business law services from formation to compliance. Our expertise covers entity selection, contract negotiations, and corporate governance. We offer three tailored packages to support startups and established businesses with legal protection and operational compliance in California's complex regulatory environment.
Probate Services
Our probate services guide executors through California's court process with compassionate support. We streamline asset distribution while minimizing delays and conflicts. With experience handling complex estates, we ensure proper adherence to legal requirements while protecting beneficiaries' interests during the 8-12 month probate timeline.
Trust Administration
Trust administration services help trustees fulfill their legal obligations efficiently. We provide step-by-step guidance for asset inventory, creditor notifications, and beneficiary distributions. Our proactive approach prevents common pitfalls that could lead to litigation while maintaining compliance with fiduciary responsibilities.
Business Formation
We specialize in California business formation with strategic entity selection. Our services cover LLCs, corporations, and partnerships with complete documentation packages. We advise on liability protection, tax implications, and compliance requirements to establish solid legal foundations for startups and growing businesses.
People
Matthew A. Schlau
Partner
Matthew Schlau specializes in estate planning and business law with a philosophy degree from UC Santa Barbara and legal training from Southwestern Law School. He focuses on creating accessible legal solutions while maintaining high professional standards for Southern California families and entrepreneurs.
Joshua D. Rogers
Partner
Joshua Rogers combines business law expertise with practical financial knowledge. Holding degrees in business administration and law, he helps clients protect assets and navigate corporate compliance. His approach emphasizes clear communication and tailored legal strategies for individuals and business owners.
Tom N. Yacko
Of Counsel
Tom Yacko provides experienced legal counsel with business management expertise. A graduate of Chapman University School of Law, he supports clients with estate planning and corporate compliance matters while emphasizing practical solutions for complex legal challenges facing families and small businesses.
Questions
What estate planning documents do I really need?
Every adult should have a will, durable power of attorney, and healthcare directives. Our tailored packages add trusts and advanced strategies based on your asset level and family needs.
How much does probate cost in California?
Probate costs vary but typically range from 4-7% of estate value. Our transparent flat-fee services help minimize these expenses while guiding executors through California's 8-12 month process.
Should I form my business in California or Delaware?
Most small businesses should incorporate in California where they operate. Delaware formations typically benefit large corporations with complex structures or national ambitions.
Can I modify my estate plan after creation?
Yes, we offer maintenance programs to update documents as life circumstances change, ensuring your plan remains current with family changes, tax laws, and asset growth.
What's included in your business law packages?
Our Foundation, Growth, and General Counsel packages include formation documents, compliance support, contract review, and advisor coordination tailored to different business sizes and needs.
Do you offer virtual consultations?
Yes, we provide remote consultations via video conference along with flexible communication options including phone, email, and secure document sharing platforms.
