Atty. Ellen Lassner van Hoften

Atty. Ellen Lassner van Hoften

Ellen Lassner van Hoften is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, estate planning, probate law. Ellen Lassner received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1964, and has been licensed for 43 years.

La Jolla La Jolla 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen Lassner van Hoften at a glance

Ellen Lassner van Hoften is a trusts, probate, and estate planning attorney based in La Jolla, California. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1983), Hawaii (1985), and District of Columbia (1986). Educated at Stanford University (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Diego County. Serands clients in La Jolla, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ellen Lassner van Hoften is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, estate planning, probate law
  • Ellen Lassner received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1964, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Ellen Lassner practices in La Jolla, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Lassner van Hoften's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Lassner van Hoften handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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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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 La Jolla 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 Ellen Lassner van Hoften's law office located?
Ellen Lassner van Hoften's law practice is located in La Jolla, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Lassner van Hoften handle?
Ellen Lassner van Hoften focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ellen Lassner van Hoften practiced law?
Ellen Lassner van Hoften has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Ellen Lassner van Hoften go to law school?
Ellen Lassner van Hoften earned their education at (A.B., 1964).
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What awards or recognition has Ellen Lassner van Hoften received?
Ellen Lassner van Hoften's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

A.B.
Stanford University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1983
Hawaii
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1986

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