Nielsen Cashman & Dean, Attorneys at Law is a full-service estate planning firm serving California’s North Coast, distinguished by its commitment to crafting high-quality, personalized legal solutions rather than relying on generic templates. Since 1998, the Eureka-based team has built a reputation for meticulous drafting, compassionate counsel, and a client-focused approach that prioritizes clarity and confidence in navigating life’s transitions.
The firm pairs deep expertise with transparent, fair pricing, offering flat rates for many services to ensure affordability and predictability. Led by a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law, the team excels in providing plain-English guidance tailored to individual and family goals. They serve a diverse clientele including families, seniors, small business owners, and trustees, with an emphasis on mediation and efficient dispute resolution to minimize conflict and cost.
Services Offered
- Estate Planning (Wills, Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts, Durable Powers of Attorney, Advance Health Care Directives)
- Probate
- Trust Administration
- Conservatorship
- Family Law (Divorce, Dissolution, Child Custody, Visitation, Child Support, Spousal Support, Prenuptial and Transmutation Agreements)
- Medi-Cal Planning for Long-Term Care
- Elder Law
- Special Needs Planning
- Business Law (Small Business Advisory, Business Formation, Contract Disputes)
- Trust and Estate Litigation
- Civil Litigation (Property Boundaries, Easements, Contract Disputes)
- Real Estate Law
- IRA Trusts (See-Through/Look-Through)
- Estate Tax and Gifting Plans
- Family Business Succession Planning
The firm is licensed to practice in California and New York and primarily serves clients in Humboldt, Del Norte, and Trinity Counties. Their holistic, individualized approach ensures that each client receives strategic and ethical guidance tailored to their unique personal and financial circumstances.
