Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in California
Established in 1888, Sinclair Wilson Baldo & Chamberlain stands as the third oldest law firm in California, with a legacy of excellence spanning over 125 years. Our practice areas include business law, real estate, estate planning, trusts, probate, litigation, and tax law, serving local and national businesses, government agencies, and individuals seeking premier legal representation. Our attorneys combine individual specialization with collaborative teamwork and modern technology to deliver strategic solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.With deep roots in Placer County and a client roster featuring judges, elected officials, and prominent business leaders, we maintain an unyielding commitment to professional ethics and legal excellence. Recognized by Martindale-Hubbell as preeminent for professional skills and ethics, we provide focused representation in specialized legal areas while maintaining accessibility to community members requiring trusted counsel. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive handling of complex legal matters across Northern California.
Services
Business Law
Estate Planning
Trust Administration
Probate Litigation
Real Estate Law
Highlights and features
- We combine over 125 years of continuous legal practice with modern technology solutions
- Our attorneys hold specialized expertise in Northern California's unique legal landscape
- Recognized by Martindale-Hubbell as preeminent for professional skills and ethics
- We serve prominent community leaders, judges, and business owners across Northern California
- Multi-generational practice approach handles complex legal matters through collaborative teamwork
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice handles entity formation, mergers, acquisitions, and corporate governance. We specialize in partnership agreements, LLC operating agreements, and business succession planning. With century-spanning experience, we provide strategic counsel for local and national businesses navigating complex commercial transactions and regulatory compliance in Northern California's evolving legal landscape.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and advanced healthcare directives. Our attorneys specialize in tax minimization strategies, asset protection, and multigenerational wealth transfer. Through personalized planning, we help professionals and business owners preserve assets while ensuring their wishes are executed efficiently through probate-avoidance mechanisms.
Trust Administration
Our trust administration services handle estate settlement through probate proceedings and trust administration. We manage asset distribution, creditor claims, and tax filings while representing fiduciaries in court proceedings. With decades of experience, we resolve complex estate disputes and ensure compliance with California's evolving probate codes and trust administration requirements.
Litigation
We represent clients in business, real estate, and probate litigation matters. Our practice includes contract disputes, property boundary conflicts, and partnership disagreements. With extensive courtroom experience, we develop strategic litigation plans focused on efficient resolution while maintaining readiness for trial representation in Northern California courts.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers commercial and residential transactions, title disputes, and land use planning. We handle purchase agreements, lease disputes, and zoning issues while advising on tax-deferred exchanges and easement agreements. With deep local knowledge, we resolve complex real estate conflicts and facilitate smooth property transactions across Northern California.
People
Robert F. Sinclair
Lawyer
With over 40 years of legal experience, Mr. Sinclair specializes in business and real estate litigation. He received his Juris Doctorate from UC Davis and maintains Martindale-Hubbell's highest professional rating.
Randall R. Wilson
Lawyer
A Placer County native with 33+ years of practice, Mr. Wilson focuses on business law and estate planning. He represents local businesses and professionals in complex legal matters across Northern California.
Russell P. Baldo
Lawyer
Admitted in 1973, Mr. Baldo specializes in estate planning and probate. As a fifth-generation Placer County resident, he provides multigenerational estate planning solutions and trust administration services.
Scott D. Christensen
Lawyer
With 22+ years of experience, Mr. Christensen focuses on real estate law. He handles complex property transactions and disputes while maintaining active involvement in Northern California's legal community.
Vicki L. Canales
Paralegal
A legal professional since 1984, Ms. Canales specializes in estate planning and trust administration. She brings extensive experience in document preparation and client support for complex legal matters.
Questions
What practice areas does Sinclair, Wilson, Baldo & Chamberlain specialize in?
We specialize in business law, real estate, estate planning, trusts, probate litigation, and civil litigation across Northern California.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Our firm has provided legal services continuously since 1888, making us California's third oldest law firm.
What distinguishes your estate planning services?
Our estate planning includes tax minimization strategies, asset protection, and multigenerational business transfer expertise developed over decades.
Do you handle complex business litigation cases?
Yes, we manage complex business litigation including partnership disputes, real estate conflicts, and corporate governance matters.
