About Merhab Robinson & Clarkson

Southern California’s Premier Business Law & Estate Planning Firm Since 1997

Merhab Robinson & Clarkson provides quality legal services with integrity, professionalism, and respect for clients and the community

Responsive, Reliable, Respected

For more than 25 years, Merhab Robinson & Clarkson has provided counsel for Southern California businesses, families, and individuals who need to protect what matters most.

Founding partners Marla Merhab Robinson and Paula Clarkson Chamberlain have a diverse background that includes significant business experience and legal expertise. MRC’s business law and estate planning specialists are widely recognized for their knowledge of the law and high standards of integrity.

Meet Our Attorneys

Marla Merhab Robinson

Business & Real Estate Attorney
Founding Partner

Paula Clarkson Chamberlain

Trust Administration, Probate, and Estate Planning Attorney
Founding Partner

Andrea Gee

Attorney, Of Counsel

Cassidy L. Russell

Senior Associate Attorney, Estate Planning

Sasha Chegini

Associate Attorney, Business Law

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Paralegals

Lorraine Harden-O’Brien

Business Paralegal & Administrator

Kim Lazaro

Estate Planning Paralegal

Sheri Hobbs

Trusts & Estates Paralegal

Charlene Luong

Trusts & Estates Paralegal

Ruth Espinoza

Estate Planning Paralegal

Hollis Yurish

Trusts & Estates Paralegal

Accounting

Lisa Rosselot

Accounting Manager

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Support Staff

Kari French

Receptionist

Carina Navarro

Estate Planning Intake Specialist & Assistant

Avalon Yurish

Estate Planning Intake Specialist & Assistant

Gabriela Sanchez

Estate Planning Assistant

Briana Romero

Transactional Administrative Assistant

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Recent Webinars

Estate Planning Essentials: Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Trusts

October 15, 2025

Do you know the difference between a will, a trust, and a power of attorney—and why you may need all three? Many people are surprised to learn that a will

Smart Giving, Lasting Impact: Charitable Strategies in Estate Planning

September 17, 2025

When it comes to estate planning, charitable giving can be one of the most meaningful ways to create a legacy that reflects your values. Beyond supporting causes that matter to

Tax Moves to Make Before Year End

August 21, 2025

On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), a sweeping tax and spending package. Long term changes to estate and gift tax planning

Extremely Responsive to All My Questions

“I am a trust client of Paula and I cannot say enough positive things about her/their knowledge of trusts and estate planning. She has always been extremely responsive to my questions and concerns and educates me in the process. I have referred my son and a close friend to her, and they are also very pleased. I was referred to her by a friend in family law, and I remain impressed.”

– Anne B., Client

Ms. Robinson is an Excellent Attorney

“Ms. Robinson is an excellent attorney. She and her firm have represented our company as corporate counsel for over 30 years. I have worked with Marla for over 20 years, and she is extremely knowledgeable, articulate, responsive, helpful – the list goes on. She can form a corporation or LLC, write or revise a contract within minutes, and she’s a highly effective negotiator. She and her colleagues have seen us through countless corporate ventures, contract negotiations, employee matters, and more.”

– Aimee M., Client

Timely, Professional, and Reasonable

“Ms. Clarkson inherited me when my attorney left his practice to serve as a judge, so I was a bit apprehensive using this firm initially. But after my first visit, and every time since over the last few years, Ms. Clarkson and her staff have done everything I needed in a very timely, professional, and reasonable manner. I highly recommend this firm for your Estate planning.”

– T. Gibson, Client

Latest Blogs

Help! This Probate Is Taking Forever!

Creating a trust to hold accounts and property can avoid the long, complicated probate process.

October 27, 2025

3 Simple Ways to Avoid Probate Costs

The bad news: Going through probate court may lead to various expenses, including fees for attorneys, executors, appraisers, accountants, court filings, and other costs required by state law. The good news: Many costs can be reduced by avoiding probate altogether.

October 24, 2025

Planning for a Longer Life (and Legacy)

Who wants to live to be 100? That depends on who you ask. Whatever the answer, one thing is clear: The odds of reaching that milestone are rising, along with

October 23, 2025

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Connect with Merhab Robinson & Clarkson today for an assessment of your legal needs.

1551 N. Tustin Ave.
Suite # 1020
Santa Ana, CA 92705

(714) 972-2333
receptionist@mrclawcorp.com