Atty. Barbara G. Knox

Atty. Barbara G. Knox

Non-Legal Activities Barbara is a former member of California Inns of Court and College of the Desert Foundation. She served as a Judge Pro Tem in the Probate Court for Riverside County Superior Court.

Palm Desert Palm Desert 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara G. Knox at a glance

Barbara G. Knox is an Associate based in Palm Desert, California, practicing at Burt + Clerc. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (1991) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1991). Educated at California Southern Law School (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Desert Bar Association State Bar of California California Inns of Court. Serands clients in Palm Desert, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Non-Legal Activities Barbara is a former member of California Inns of Court and College of the Desert Foundation
  • She served as a Judge Pro Tem in the Probate Court for Riverside County Superior Court
  • Barbara currently lives in Cathedral City with her husband, Chuck, and two Golden Retrievers, Pepper and Belle
  • She is an avid automobile racing fan and served as a Steward for the Sports Car Club of America

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara G. Knox's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara G. Knox handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Power of Attorney

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Barbara G. Knox is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Palm Desert are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara G. Knox

Where is Barbara G. Knox's law office located?
Barbara G. Knox's law practice is located in Palm Desert, California. The firm is Burt + Clerc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara G. Knox handle?
Barbara G. Knox focuses on probate, estate planning, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Barbara G. Knox practiced law?
Barbara G. Knox has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Barbara G. Knox go to law school?
Barbara G. Knox earned their education at (J.D., 1991).
How can I contact Barbara G. Knox for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Barbara G. Knox received?
Barbara G. Knox's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
California Southern Law School
- 1991

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1991

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