Estate Planning, Probate, Trust Administration & Litigation

Cultivating Peace of Mind Across Life's Journeys

Preserving Your Legacy & Securing Your Family's Future

Welcome to Wordell Law Group (“WLG”). We specialize in estate planning, probate, trust administration, and litigation. Our goal is to provide personalized legal strategies that cater to each client's unique needs and objectives. Whether you need help with estate planning, navigating challenges after a loved one's passing, or assisting a family member, we offer empathetic and expert guidance.

At WLG, we take a comprehensive approach. We collaborate closely with financial advisors, insurance experts, long-term care specialists, certified public accountants, and real estate professionals to ensure our clients' goals are achieved seamlessly. We pay attention to both the finer points and the broader perspective. Our solutions are meticulously crafted with legal expertise, a profound understanding, and a spirit of cooperation.

Areas of Practice

Estate Planning & Wealth Preservation

In estate planning, we're more than just box-checkers. We're here to help you map out your dreams and secure your family's future. Our approach is like assembling a puzzle, where your personal dreams and financial objectives seamlessly come together. Whether it's planning for retirement or supporting causes dear to you, we're by your side, creating a plan to make it all possible.

Our focus isn't only on the present; it's also about ensuring your hard-earned assets go to the right places in the most financially savvy way. At WLG, we safeguard your legacy, ensuring your story continues as you've imagined it.

Trust & Estate Administration

When it comes to trust administration, the journey can seem intricate and overwhelming. At WLG, we're here to be your steadfast guide, offering a blend of expertise and understanding that goes beyond the legalities.

We represent trustees, estate executors and administrators in both probate proceedings and trust and estate administration. We advise trustees in a wide range of matters and issues including:

  • Probate and probate proceedings

  • All aspects of trust administration

  • Allocation of assets among trusts

  • Distributions to beneficiaries

  • Resolution of estate tax disputes

  • Principal and Income Act

  • Accountings to beneficiaries

  • Modification of irrevocable trusts

  • Interpretation of trust provisions

  • Environmental issues

  • Determining community and separate property

  • Trustee removal

  • Settlement of claims against trustees

  • Trustee compensation

Throughout the lifecycle of a trust, from its establishment to its ultimate distribution and termination, we stand as unwavering advisors.

Probate Services

In probate, a balance of legal expertise and empathy is vital. At WLG, we excel in navigating Probate Court matters, from efficiently handling estate administration to overseeing conservatorships.

However, it's not just about the cases; it's about the people involved. We extend our support to families seeking conservatorship for loved ones with unique needs, assisting them every step of the way. Our unwavering commitment is to secure the best outcomes and the well-being of those we proudly represent.

Trust & Estate Litigation

At our firm, we provide empathetic and proficient legal services in trust and probate litigation across California to a diverse clientele, including individuals and professional fiduciaries. We specialize in handling contentious matters related to wills, trusts, and beneficiary designations, often involving elderly individuals making late-life estate changes. Our approach is to navigate the intricate landscape of trusts and estates in California, representing fiduciaries in disputes and advocating for beneficiaries facing difficulties, with a focus on achieving amicable resolutions through negotiation and mediation, while not shying away from litigation when necessary. We aim to offer a harmonious blend of professionalism, expertise, and genuine concern, practicing across various Northern California counties, to meet the unique needs and emotional aspects of our clients in all trust and probate matters.

Kipp Wordell

Wordell Law Group, based in Nevada City, CA, is dedicated to providing sincere and empathetic legal services to our community. Our founder, Kipp Wordell, is a California native with strong ties to the Bay Area. With over 25 years of legal experience, he holds a certified specialization in estate planning, trust, and probate law, accredited by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization.

This specialization is rare, with less than 1% of California attorneys achieving it. To earn this certification, California attorneys must:

  • Successfully pass a detailed and competitive full-day written examination administered by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization in estate planning, trust, and probate law.

  • Exhibit profound expertise and garner requisite experience in the specialized fields.

  • Meet continuous education requirements in estate planning, trust, and probate law.

  • Obtain commendable evaluations from both peers and judges acquainted with their work in the specialization.

Kipp's impressive credentials reflect his unwavering dedication to his profession. However, it's his unique personal approach that truly sets him apart. He believes in crafting custom estate and business plans that align seamlessly with the unique needs of families, individuals, and institutions.

Beyond his professional life, Kipp places a deep emphasis on family and community. As a devoted son and father to three daughters, he recognizes the profound importance of these bonds, allowing them to shape his worldview and legal approach.

Testimonials

  • “My experience with Wordell Law Group during the restatement of our family trust was fluid and straightforward. Kipp's profound knowledge made intricate subjects feel approachable. He showed great attention to detail with the paperwork, particularly when court petitions became necessary, and his regular updates and the successful result further solidified our confidence in Wordell Law Group. For anyone in need of estate planning services, Kipp is the go-to professional. A big, heartfelt thank you to him.”

    — M.P.

  • "In a recent litigation case, I experienced firsthand Kipp's remarkable duality—his tenacity when litigating and his finesse in negotiations. There were moments when we needed a bulldog, and Kipp was just that. But there were also times when a softer, more strategic approach was required, and he transitioned seamlessly. I was particularly impressed with how he could pivot from being assertive in the courtroom to being tactful during settlement discussions. It's one thing to hear about Kipp's skills, but to witness them in action is something else. If you're looking for someone who fights hard but knows when to extend an olive branch, Kipp's your guy."

    — D.L.

  • “For the past five years, Kipp hasn’t just been our estate planning attorney; he’s been a thoughtful advisor, shaping our plans to truly echo our desires and needs, adaptable to life’s inevitable changes. When we found ourselves amidst a difficult situation involving my mother-in-law’s estate, Kipp wasn’t just our legal counsel; he was a supportive and calming presence for my husband and me, ultimately leading us to a satisfactory resolution. Choosing to entrust our future to him feels less like a decision and more like an honor.”

    — C.C.

Schedule a consultation

Crafting a legacy or navigating estate intricacies demands an expert touch. Schedule a consultation to benefit from our specialized expertise in Estate Planning, Probate, Trust Administration, and Litigation. Together, let's ensure your intentions are both clear and protected.

Email: info@kippwordell.com
Phone: (530) 470-0900
Fax: (650) 383-6317