Atty. Danielle Humphries

Atty. Danielle Humphries

Danielle C. Humphries, a partner in the firm’s San Diego office and Chair of San Diego’s Trusts & Estates practice group, is a trusted wealth advisor to her clients and their families through her trusts and estates work.

Del Mar Del Mar 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Danielle Humphries at a glance

Danielle Humphries is an attorney based in Del Mar, California, practforg at FBFK Law. They haand 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in California (2001) and Texas (2002). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 2000) and University of San Diego (LL.M., 2000). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Del Mar, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Danielle C. Humphries, a partner in the firm’s San Diego office and Chair of San Diego’s Trusts & Estates practice group, is a trusted wealth advisor to her clients and their families through her trusts and estates work
  • The majority of Danielle’s practice focuses on trusts and estates, including estate planning, wealth transfer and preservation, business succession planning, trust administration, probate, and probate litigation
  • Danielle also has extensive experience representing fiduciaries and beneficiaries in complex trust and estate administration and litigation
  • Her representation of fiduciaries includes advising both individual and corporate fiduciaries on risk mitigation and their duties and responsibilities in the course of administration of trusts and estates
  • Danielle’s wide range of experience has enabled her to serve as a general counsel or a legal back office for families, managing the multitude of issues that arise
  • As a trusts and estates attorney who often helps clients through personal issues during very sensitive periods in their lives, she has developed a reputation as a trusted advisor with the experience, insight, and sophistication to help navigate complex issues both from a legal and business perspective
  • Beyond her legal practice, Danielle is highly involved in the community through her support and mentoring of young lawyers, her pro bono work, and by her support of organizations that make a difference to children in need in San Diego
  • Danielle is an active Board Member and serves as the Chair of the Philanthropy Committee for Promises2Kids, an organization that serves the diverse needs of more than 3,000 San Diego foster children

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Del Mar 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 substantiand 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 Danielle Humphries

Where is Danielle Humphries's law office located?
Danielle Humphries's law practice is located in Del Mar, California. The firm is FBFK Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Danielle Humphries practiced law?
Danielle Humphries has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Danielle Humphries go to law school?
Danielle Humphries earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (LL.M., 2000); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact Danielle Humphries for a consultation?
You can contact Danielle Humphries directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Danielle Humphries receiandd?
Danielle Humphries's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law.

Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 2000
LL.M.
University of San Diego
- 2000
B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1997

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — San Diego’s 2025 Women of Influence,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — SD Metro Magazine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Women of Accomplishment Finalist,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2022-23
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Litigation – Trust and Estates, 2021-26; Trusts and Estates, 2021-26
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Industry Leader Finalist, San Diego Magazine, 2019
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — San Diego's Top Attorneys, SD Metro Magazine, 2019, 2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Business Women of the Year," San Diego Business Journal, 2018
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — San Diego Women of Influence Gamechanger Award Final Nominee, Connected Women of Influence, 2018
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Top Attorneys – San Diego County,” San Diego Daily Transcript, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Best of the Bar – Trusts & Estates,” San Diego Business Journal, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Women of Influence Finalist, SD Metro Magazine, 2021
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Women of Influence in Law, San Diego Business Journal, 2021-23
- 2026

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001
Texas
Admitted: 2002

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