Jonathan H. Park

Jonathan H. Park advises individuals, families, private fiduciaries, financial institutions, nonprofit organizations and charities in high-stakes trust and estate disputes. Based in Los Angeles, he helps clients navigate complex litigation involving wills, trusts, conservatorships, guardianships, fiduciary misconduct claims and financial elder abuse allegations. Jonathan develops strategies tailored to each client's objectives, balancing litigation readiness with opportunities for negotiated resolution, mediation and other forms of dispute avoidance.

Jonathan represents clients in matters before trial and appellate courts, including contested trust and estate proceedings, breach of fiduciary duty claims and disputes involving significant family wealth, closely held businesses and substantial real estate holdings. He also guides trustees, beneficiaries and fiduciaries through complex probate and trust administration matters when disputes arise or litigation risks emerge.

Fiduciary Litigation for Families, Beneficiaries and Trustees. Jonathan assists clients on all sides of fiduciary disputes, from beneficiaries seeking to protect their interests to trustees defending their administration. He works to identify the real issues driving a conflict and develop efficient, practical solutions that align with the client's goals. Although prepared to litigate when necessary, he frequently helps clients pursue resolution through negotiation and mediation when those approaches offer a more effective path forward.

Protecting Charitable Gifts and Donor Intent. A significant portion of his practice involves representing national charities, universities, educational institutions, religious organizations and other tax-exempt entities in trust and estate matters. He helps organizations preserve donor intent, maximize the value of charitable gifts, reduce administrative burdens and expedite distributions. When disputes threaten charitable interests, Jonathan litigates to protect bequests and recover misappropriated assets.

Planning to Reduce Future Disputes. Jonathan also works with individuals and families to identify potential sources of conflict before they develop into litigation. By collaborating with Holland & Knight's estate planning, tax and business professionals, he helps clients create succession plans to facilitate the orderly transition of wealth while preserving family relationships and long-term objectives.

Beyond his legal practice, he has served the community through leadership and pro bono work, including through serving as a former provisional director of the Korean American United Foundation, former co-chair of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association Trusts & Estates Committee and working with organizations such as Public Counsel, Bet Tzedek and the Alliance for Children's Rights.