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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ukiah, CA
As an attorney deeply committed to client-centered legal solutions, I approach every case with attentive listening and tailored guidance. My practice focuses on estate planning, probate, real property transactions, and business organization, addressing complex legal needs with clarity and compassion. With expertise in navigating tax implications, family dynamics, and business structures, I prioritize creating plans that reflect clients' unique goals while ensuring legal precision. Whether assisting with wills, trust administration, or corporate agreements, I emphasize transparent communication and proactive problem-solving.My dedication to accessibility includes home visits for clients facing mobility challenges, ensuring legal support remains within reach. By combining technical proficiency with empathetic counsel, I aim to transform overwhelming legal processes into manageable, confidence-building experiences for individuals and families across Ukiah and beyond.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Services
Trust Administration
Real Property Transactions
Business Organization
Wills & Trusts
Business Formation
Estate Tax Planning
Property Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized legal solutions tailored to your unique family and business needs
- Our practice combines technical expertise with empathetic, client-centered counsel
- We provide home visits for clients facing mobility challenges
- We specialize in navigating complex estate and business succession planning
- Our approach emphasizes clear communication and transparent legal processes
What people say
Personable, patient
Extremely knowledgeable
Thorough explanations
Compassionate attorney
Excellent service
Services
Estate Planning
Comprehensive estate planning creates legally sound strategies for asset distribution, healthcare directives, and tax optimization. Our tailored approach ensures your wishes are honored while minimizing future family conflicts. We specialize in wills, trusts, and advanced healthcare directives for individuals and blended families.
Trust Administration
Professional trust administration manages post-death asset distribution and ongoing trust management. We guide trustees through complex legal requirements while maintaining family harmony. Our services include inventory management, debt settlement, and tax compliance for living trusts.
Probate Services
Probate guidance navigates court-supervised estate administration with clarity and compassion. We assist executors with document filing, creditor notification, and asset distribution while explaining each procedural step. Our litigation experience resolves contested estate matters efficiently.
Business Organization
Business formation services establish legal structures that protect assets and optimize tax positions. We advise on entity selection, draft operating agreements, and implement succession plans. Our counsel covers LLCs, corporations, and partnership arrangements for startups and expanding businesses.
Real Property Transactions
Real estate legal services cover purchase agreements, boundary disputes, and lease enforcement. We protect clients' property interests through precise document drafting and title issue resolution. Our expertise includes commercial transactions and residential co-tenancy agreements.
People
Jeanne DeJong
Attorney
Jeanne DeJong is a dedicated attorney specializing in estate planning, probate, and business law. With extensive experience in family-centered legal solutions, she provides compassionate counsel for wills, trusts, and business succession planning. Her practice emphasizes clear communication and tailored strategies.
Questions
What estate planning documents do I really need?
Essential documents include wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. We'll help determine which combination best protects your assets and family needs.
How does probate work in California?
California probate involves court-supervised asset distribution. We guide executors through inventory filing, debt settlement, and legal requirements while minimizing family stress during the process.
Can I create a business entity without an attorney?
While possible, professional guidance ensures proper structure selection, liability protection, and tax optimization. We help avoid common pitfalls when forming LLCs, corporations, or partnerships.
Do I need a new estate plan after relocating?
Yes, state laws vary significantly. We'll review your existing plan and update documents to comply with California requirements while maintaining your original intentions.
How are property disputes resolved?
We prioritize negotiation and mediation for property conflicts. When necessary, we litigate boundary disputes, lease violations, and title issues to protect your real estate investments.