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Atty. Cheryl Holmen Dean

Atty. Cheryl Holmen Dean

Cheryl Holmen Dean is a lawyer practicing estate planning. Cheryl received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Encinitas Encinitas 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Cheryl Holmen Dean at a glance

Cheryl Holmen Dean is a Director of Planned Giving based in Encinitas, California. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on estate planning. Admitted to practice in California (1997). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Duke University (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Encinitas, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Cheryl Holmen Dean is a lawyer practicing estate planning
  • Cheryl received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Cheryl practices in Encinitas, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Cheryl Holmen Dean's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cheryl Holmen Dean handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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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 Encinitas 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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Where is Cheryl Holmen Dean's law office located?
Cheryl Holmen Dean's law practice is located in Encinitas, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cheryl Holmen Dean handle?
Cheryl Holmen Dean focuses on estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Cheryl Holmen Dean practiced law?
Cheryl Holmen Dean has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Cheryl Holmen Dean go to law school?
Cheryl Holmen Dean earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of San Diego School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
Duke University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997

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