Atty. Karen Knutson

Atty. Karen Knutson

Karen Knutson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, trusts and estates and 4 other areas of law. Karen has been licensed for 25 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (424) 486-0239 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Karen Knutson at a glance

Karen Knutson is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Himpel & Knutson, LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (2001). Educated at University of West Los Angeles (J.D., 2001). Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Karen Knutson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, trusts and estates and 4 other areas of law
  • Karen has been licensed for 25 years
  • Karen practices at Himpel & Knutson, LLP in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Karen Knutson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Karen Knutson 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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Elder Law

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

Karen Knutson 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 Santa Monica 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 Karen Knutson

Where is Karen Knutson's law office located?
Karen Knutson's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is Himpel & Knutson, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karen Knutson handle?
Karen Knutson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Karen Knutson practiced law?
Karen Knutson has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Karen Knutson go to law school?
Karen Knutson earned their education at (J.D., 2001).
How can I contact Karen Knutson for a consultation?
You can contact Karen Knutson 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.

Education

J.D.
University of West Los Angeles
- 2001

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001

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