Atty. Dawn Holt Cole

Atty. Dawn Holt Cole

Dawn Holt Cole is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, trust law, probate law and 3 other areas of law. Dawn received a degree from Golden Gate University, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Folsom Folsom 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Dawn Holt Cole at a glance

Dawn Holt Cole is a trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate litigation attorney based in Folsom, California. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in California (1978) and U.S. Tax Court (1981). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1978) and Golden Gate University M.B.A. in Taxation Golden Gate University 1981 Outstanding Taxation Graduate University of California at Davis B.A. with honors University of California at Davis B.A. P (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Folsom, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dawn Holt Cole is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, trust law, probate law and 3 other areas of law
  • Dawn received a degree from Golden Gate University, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Dawn practices in Folsom, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Dawn Holt Cole's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dawn Holt Cole handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Dawn Holt Cole is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

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.

Dawn Holt Cole is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Dawn Holt Cole is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Dawn Holt Cole is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation 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 Folsom 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 Dawn Holt Cole

Where is Dawn Holt Cole's law office located?
Dawn Holt Cole's law practice is located in Folsom, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dawn Holt Cole handle?
Dawn Holt Cole focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Dawn Holt Cole practiced law?
Dawn Holt Cole has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Dawn Holt Cole go to law school?
Dawn Holt Cole earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (—).
How can I contact Dawn Holt Cole for a consultation?
You can contact Dawn Holt Cole 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 Dawn Holt Cole received?
Dawn Holt Cole's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1978
Golden Gate University M.B.A. in Taxation Golden Gate University 1981 Outstanding Taxation Graduate University of California at Davis B.A. with honors University of California at Davis B.A. P
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1981

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