Atty. Allison B. Christensen
Allison Christensen concentrates her practice in litigation, focusing on Southwest Florida (Collier and Lee Counties) but also throughout the State of Florida. She embraces the opportunities that litigation presents to resolve disputes among people who are unable to do so themselves.
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Allison B. Christensen is a Partner based in Naples, Florida, practicing at Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2009), U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan (2010), U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Michigan (2010), and Florida (2013). Educated at Wayne State University Law School (J.D., 2009) and University of Michigan (B.A. Psychology, 2006). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Collier County Women’s Bar Association Florida Bar Association Southwest Florida Federal Court Bar Association Collier County Bar Association American Bar Association Michigan Bar Association. Serands clients in Naples, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Allison Christensen concentrates her practice in litigation, focusing on Southwest Florida (Collier and Lee Counties) but also throughout the State of Florida
- She embraces the opportunities that litigation presents to resolve disputes among people who are unable to do so themselves
- Patient, dedicated and resourceful, Allison works to give a voice to people whose interests are not being considered and, especially in the probate litigation area, often allows her to ensure that decedents' plans are protected after they pass away, providing both comfort and security for her clients
- Allison provides strategic counseling and legal advice on a variety of matters, including contested wills and trusts (e.g. undue influence and capacity challenges), estate and trust administrations, commercial litigation, business disputes, business torts, business transactions, guardianship litigation, real estate and construction contracts and appeals
- Uniquely, Allison also has experience in securities, sports and intellectual property law, which allows her to “issue-spot” and collaborate with other attorneys as needed, to provide customized counsel for her clients and to help them realize their goals
- Allison is licensed in Florida and Michigan
- Professional History • Partner, Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP, 2018-present
- Associate, 2012-17 • Associate, Alan R. Miller P.C., 2009-2012
- Legal Intern, 2002-2009 Experience • Sutherland v
- Powersports of Monroe, LLC, 2012 WL 716937 (Mich
- Ct
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- March 6, 2012), appeal denied 492 Mich. 870 (2012)
- Publications & Speaking Engagements The Income, Gift and Estate Consequences of Divorce November 07, 2019 The Income, Gift and Estate Consequences of Divorce October 11, 2019 The Income, Gift and Estate Consequences of Divorce September 12, 2019 Writing In / And The Law February 01, 2016 Trust Protectors: Superheroes or Mere Mortals?
- October 01, 2015 Florida’s newly-enacted “Right to Try” Act September 01, 2015 "Trust Protectors: 4th DCA Issues Decision" April 01, 2015 "FBI Reclassifies Animal Cruelty as a Felony," Allison B. Christensen December 01, 2014 "You Own A Home In Florida, But Should You Make Your Home In Florida?
- Comparing Florida Domicile to Michigan Domicile," Allison B. Christensen, Esq. November 14, 2013 Community Involvement Humane Society of Naples, Member, 2016-present
- Annual Pet Lovers’ Gala Committee, Member, 2014-2018
- Pawfessionals Young Executives, President, 2018-present, Vice President, 2017-18
- Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, Member, ZOObilee Planning Committee, 2016 Conservancy of Southwest Florida, Member, Planned Giving Committee, 2015-present Naples Art Association, Member, Goddess Night Planning Committee, 2015-2017 Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce, Member, 2014-present
- Matching Needs Committee, Member, 2014-2019 Young Professionals of Naples, Member, 2013-2019 Hahn Loeser’s Women’s Leadership Initiative Committee, Member, 2016
- 2019-2020 Michigan Sports Hall of Fame, Former Executive Committee Member and General Counsel Awards & Distinctions Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers®, Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Trusts and Estates, 2021 Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers®, 2018 and 2019 AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Top Lawyer, Naples Illustrated, Business Litigation, 2018 and 2020 40 Under 40 Honoree, Gulfshore Business, 2018 Naples Chamber of Commerce, Growing Associates in Naples™ (GAIN™) Program, 2014 Memberships & Affiliations Collier County Women’s Bar Association, Member, 2013-present
- Board of Directors, Member, 2015-present
- Executive Committee, Member, 2019 - present
- Board Secretary, 2019 - present
- Membership Committee, Chair, 2015-2019 Florida Bar Association, Probate & Trust Litigation Committee, Member, 2015-present
- Probate Law and Procedure Committee, Member, 2015-present Southwest Florida Federal Court Bar Association, Member, 2015-present Collier County Bar Association, Member, 2013-present Florida Bar Association, Member, Real Property, Probate Trust Law Section, 2013-present Florida Bar Association, Mentor, Young Lawyers Division, 2013-2019 American Bar Association, Member, 2009-present Michigan Bar Association, Member, 2009-present Thomas S. Biggs American Inns of Court, Member, 2013-2015
- 2019-2020
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Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Naples are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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