Ambrecht & Martinez, LLP, a premier boutique law firm in Santa Barbara, California, is dedicated to protecting family wealth through sophisticated estate, tax, and business succession planning. Founded by John W. Ambrecht, JD, MBA and Leticia Martinez, JD, the firm brings together decades of experience advising high-net-worth families, trustees, and successful business owners.

We believe estate planning is about more than minimizing taxes—it’s about preserving family harmony, protecting shared values, and ensuring your legacy endures for generations. Our team helps families design legal structures that protect what matters most—integrating advanced tax strategies with clear communication and thoughtful governance.

Our Areas of Focus
• Estate & Tax Planning – Structuring comprehensive plans that reduce estate tax exposure and safeguard intergenerational wealth.
• Trust Administration – Guiding trustees and fiduciaries through the complexities of asset management and compliance.
• Family Business Succession – Helping family-owned companies transition ownership and leadership while preserving family unity.
• Asset Protection & Risk Mitigation – Shielding wealth from unnecessary risk through sound legal design.

Our process is both analytical and personal. We take time to understand the people behind the plan—family dynamics, long-term goals, and the values that drive decision-making. Through that understanding, we build strategies that align financial outcomes with emotional and relational continuity.

Ambrecht & Martinez continues to grow by referral, trusted by generations of families and their advisors who rely on our judgment, discretion, and depth of knowledge. Whether coordinating with CPAs, financial advisors, or family offices, we act as a central resource at the intersection of law, tax, and family enterprise.

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