Paralegal
Shane Abarca
Shane was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Missouri. She has over eight years experience with an extensive background in trusts and estates. She plays an essential role in supporting attorneys and clients through all stages of estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters.
📧 Email: shane@ltlfirm.com
Paralegal
Kayla Rodriguez
Kayla Rodriguez is a paralegal and Colorado native with over 14 years of estate planning experience at boutique law firms. Kayla attended Westmont College and graduated from Paragon Culinary School, and then followed in her mom's footsteps entering into the world of estate planning. She enjoys using her expertise to work closely with the attorneys to prepare legal documents for clients and guide clients through the estate planning, trust administration, and probate processes. Outside of work, Kayla loves spending time at the beach or off-roading in the mountains with her husband and kids.
📧 Email: kayla@ltlfirm.com
OPERATIONS manager
Mikayla Joseph
Mikayla Joseph is a devoted wife and mother based in Sherman Oaks, California. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from CSU Northridge and spent several years working with children of all ages. In 2021, Mikayla decided to shift her career focus and now serves as the Client Relations Manager at Laurel Trust Law. In 2023, she further expanded her expertise by earning a certificate in Professional Fiduciary Management for Trustees from CSU Fullerton and continues to actively develop her professional skills to better serve her clients.
📧 Email: mikayla@ltlfirm.com
LEGAL ASSISTANT
Lily Simitian
Lily Simitian was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She received her B.A. in psychology from UCLA, where she helped conduct research her senior year, focusing on factors influencing social behaviors. After graduating from UCLA, Lily interned at a criminal law firm before receiving her notary commission and starting work as a Deposition Officer for Veritext. She began working for Laurel Trust Law in 2024 and helps ensure all things run as smoothly as possible behind the scenes.
📧 Email: lily@ltlfirm.com
LEGAL ASSISTANT
Saadhvi Chari
Saadhvi Chari assists with estate planning, trust administration, and client relations. She is dedicated to creating a supportive and organized experience for clients and plays an important role in assisting attorneys with legal documentation, case coordination, and day-to-day operations.
Saadhvi graduated from University of California, Los Angeles with a degree in Political Science and a strong academic focus on law, public policy, and government. Prior to joining Laurel Trust Law, she gained professional experience in civil litigation and government relations, developing skills in legal research, drafting, communication, and analytical problem-solving.
Passionate about the legal field and client advocacy, Saadhvi values building meaningful relationships with clients and helping make complex legal processes feel approachable and manageable. She plans to continue growing her career in the legal profession while expanding her experience in trusts and estates law.
Outside of the office, Saadhvi enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants and coffee shops around Los Angeles, and spending time with family, friends, and her cats.
📧 Email: saadhvi@ltlfirm.com
INTAKE COORDINATOR
Destiny Jones
Destiny Jones is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice at San Diego State University. With a strong commitment to justice and public service, Destiny brings both compassion and professionalism to her role at Laurel Trust Law. Before joining the firm, Destiny worked as a nanny while completing her undergraduate studies, an experience that deepened her communication skills, adaptability, and attention to detail. These qualities now support her work as Intake Coordinator.
In her role, Destiny is dedicated to providing a smooth and supportive intake experience, ensuring that every client feels heard and cared for from the start. Her passion for the legal field continues to grow, and she plans to pursue her Juris Doctor and become an attorney. Destiny is proud to be part of the Laurel Trust Law team as she continues her journey toward a career in law, grounded in service, empathy, and integrity.
📧 Email: destiny@ltlfirm.com