Celebrating 10 Years of Success
As we reflect on our journey, we are filled with immense gratitude for our exponential expansion, even amid the formidable challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic. Each milestone accomplished is a testament to the steadfast dedication and exceptional service of our attorneys and staff, as well as to the loyalty of our clients.
With each passing year, we have broadened our expertise, expanded our reach, and solidified our reputation as a trusted and reliable legal partner. We are thankful for everyone who has contributed to our success and look forward to continuing to provide excellent service for years to come.
As we hit the ten-year mark, I’m beyond thankful for the trust our clients have placed in us and the hard work our team has put in. It’s been an incredible ride, and I can’t wait to see where the next decade takes us.
Shawn S. Kerendian
Firm Growth
If you look at Keystone today, it would be challenging to imagine its humble origins. In 2014, our firm commenced operations with just three attorneys and a two-person support staff.
Our commitment to employee experience and fostering a collaborative environment attracts and retains top talent.
The consistent growth of our firm has enabled us to not only serve a broader client base, but provide legal representation tailored to each client’s unique needs.
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We actively pursue growth both internally and externally, and we have remained steadfast in preserving the boutique ambience of our firm. At Keystone, both our clients and employees will always feel at home.
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Some of the ways our clients benefit from our growth include:
Increased Resources
A larger team of attorneys and support staff means more expertise to handle a broader range of probate matters effectively and efficiently.
Enhanced Accessibility
Our growing team has made
our legal services more
accessible to clients in
different counties.
Greater
Efficiency
Our expansion has enabled us to integrate advanced technology into our operations, streamlining processes so we can handle a larger volume of cases efficiently.
Improved
Services
We have more experience at all levels and invest in continuing education so our attorneys remain on the cutting edge, enabling us to help our clients with diverse and complex challenges.
Improved
Services
We have more experience at all levels and invest in continuing education so our attorneys remain on the cutting edge, enabling us to help our clients with diverse and complex challenges.
Trusted Reputation
Clients feel more
confident entrusting
their legal matters to a
firm with longevity in the
industry and a proven
track record of success.
Ten years has flown by in the blink of an eye. I’m so proud to see how our team has grown over the years, and all the amazing things we have been able to accomplish together through our collaboration, forward-thinking approach and unique culture.
Biana Kerendian
Our Culture
We are proud of our unique culture. The Keystone team feels like a family, and we host regular events to ensure we can spend time together, outside of work.
When we say our office culture is amazing, it isn’t just talk.
We have been recognized for it time and again.
We ranked 35th on Fortune’s 100 Best Small Workplaces™ and 39th on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services 2023 lists. We also received a Great Place to Work ® Certification™ and made the list for Best Places to Work SoCal, both for two consecutive years.
Keystone employees believe the firm is a great place to work, and we are proud to say that our dedication to facilitating a positive employee experience has paid off in a big way.
Giving Back
We recognize the importance of giving back to our community and make doing so a priority.
Giving Back to Our Community
Through our philanthropic endeavors, we aim to support charitable organizations that make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Kickin’ Cancer
Between 2019 and 2023, we raised over $45,000 for the Lynne Cohen Foundation Kickin’ Cancer 5k, an organization dedicated to fighting breast and ovarian cancers by means of education programs and comprehensive preventative care clinics for women at risk for these cancers.
Uplift with a Gift
Our firm also has continued its annual tradition of participating in Uplift with a Gift through the Children’s Law Center of California. We sponsor 10 children in the foster care system every year who otherwise wouldn’t be receiving gifts, making their holidays both memorable and special.
Giving Back to Our Legal Community
Keystone is deeply committed to the advancement of the legal profession and we prioritize giving back to the legal community through continuing education initiatives. The firm has presented at annual conferences such as:
Hawaii Tax Institute
Professional Fiduciary
Association of California
Other ways the firm gives back is by having its attorneys serve on various boards and committees:
Managing Partner Shawn Kerendian serves on the USC Gould School of Law Trust and Estate Conference planning committee.
Partner Roee Kaufman serves on the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Trusts and Estates Committee.
Keystone attorneys are committed to sharing their specialized expertise with those who are interested in furthering their education. They have spoken at:
National Business Institute (NBI) seminars
Loyola Marymount University’s Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) Day
Santa
Monica
Bar
Association
Beverly Hills Bar Association
Continuing
Education of the
Bar (CEB)
myLawCLE
Firm Accomplishments
The firm and our attorneys have garnered numerous accolades for their successes and excellence. Our achievements serve as a testament to the dedication and prowess of our team.
Some of our notable accomplishments include:
Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®
5 Keystone attorneys have been named as Best Lawyers in America, and 4 attorneys were named Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America by Best Lawyers®.
Best Law Firm
Keystone was ranked Tier 1 for Metropolitan Los Angeles and Tier 3 nationally as a Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers® in the category of Trusts and Estates Law. In the category of Litigation – Trusts & Estates, Keystone ranked Tier 1 for Metropolitan Los Angeles.
Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
7 Keystone attorneys have been recognized as Super Lawyers while 12 have been recognized as Rising Stars by Super Lawyers Magazine over the years.
Top Boutique
Keystone was honored as a
“Top Boutique in California 2021”
by the Daily Journal.
Top Boutique
Keystone was honored as a
“Top Boutique in California 2021”
by the Daily Journal.
Top 40 Under 40 by Daily Journal
3 Partners named to
“Top 40 Under 40” list
by Daily Journal.