Trusts and Estates
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Kim T. Schoknecht is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Kim T., who practices law in Palo Alto, California, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kim T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jurisdiction
California
State Capital
Sacramento
Highest Court
California Supreme Court
Bar Association
State Bar of California
Typical Consultation
$150-$300
Typical Hourly Range
$225-$425/hr
Fee Model Notes
Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.
Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013
Melissa Wright
I engaged Kim Schoknecht at Pillsbury to help my family update our estate plan, including a complex trust. Her deep expertise in Trusts and Estates was evident, and her recognition by Best Lawyers is well-deserved. She has a clear command of the law after decades of practice. The documents she drafted were thorough and precise. However, the experience was somewhat mixed. While the final product was solid, there were noticeable delays in receiving drafts, and responses to emails often took several days. For a matter we considered urgent, this was frustrating. Her advice was always sound when we finally connected, but the process felt less responsive than expected given the firm's reputation. She is undoubtedly knowledgeable, but the client service aspect felt just adequate.
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