About Merhab Robinson & Clarkson
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
Paula Clarkson Chamberlain
Trust Administration, Probate, and Estate Planning Attorney
Founding Partner
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Paralegals
Accounting
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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
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
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
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
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Latest Blogs

Help! This Probate Is Taking Forever!
Creating a trust to hold accounts and property can avoid the long, complicated probate process.

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.

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
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