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Acquired: 1983
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2141 Emerson St, Berkeley, CA, 94705
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Posted by Dawn | December 6, 2014
My husband and I attended a course on Wills & Trusts that Lynn taught at the Berkeley Adult School. The information she gave us was clear, concise, and current. We have worked with Lynn on our wills, taxes, and other issues through the years. We have found her to be easily accessible. She explains t...
Posted by Thomas | September 29, 2013
I hired Ms Sherrell for a CA personal injury automobile case. She guided me through the medical treatment to ensure that the treatment was correct, she was very easy to work with in general. I had no trouble to communicate with her and she kept me informed at every step of the process which took ove...
Posted by anonymous | August 3, 2011
Lynn Sherrell changed my life. She made sure I received medical treatment after my injury on the job and helped me through one of the hardest experiences I've ever faced. She truly cares about doing the right thing by her clients and I feel completely blessed to have found her. I would hire her agai...
Posted by anonymous | May 2, 2009
In 2006 I took Lynn's Wills and Trust class and then she did my trust. I found her extremely knowledgable and helpful in making the trust. In 2009, I had a problem getting my divorce documents from the Alameda County Courthouse and Lynn helped me thread my way through Social Security and the Coun...
Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2007
Great advice on living trust administration before and after my father's death. Proactive help in resolving trust dispute with step-parent. Successful resolution with win-win solution. Have recommended her many times and all have been favorable to my friends and associates.
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Sherrell has long demonstrated a gift for zealously protecting and furthering the rights of her clients throughout her years of practice. She works tirelessly to achieve the best possible result for those she represents. I have no hesitation in enthusiastically recommending her."
"Lynn Sherrell is committed to helping her clients attain their goals. She is practical, fair and ethical. I highly recommend her."
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2012
Certified Specialist - Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law, Board of Legal Specialization State Bar of California
2001
Wiley Manual Award for Pro Bono Services,
2000
Commendation - Assessment Appeals Board, Alameda County Board of Supervisors
1994
Certificate of Specialization- Workers Compensation,
1988
Division D- Best Evaluation Speaker, Toastmasters International District 57
1983
Civil Litigation Award Golden Gate University School of Law,
1993 - Present
Sole Proprietor, Law Office of Lynn Sherrell
1992 - 1992
Litigation Attorney, Brayton, Gisvald & Harley
1991 - 1991
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of David Hirshik
1986 - 1991
Associate Attorney, Weltin, Van Dam and Flores
1983 - 1986
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of James J Duryea
1983 - 1983
Adjunct Professor- Civil Litigation, Golden Gate University School of Law
2010 - Present
East Bay Trusts and Estate LawyersMember
2010 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2005 - Present
Alameda County Bar Association-Trusts and Estates SectionMember
1993 - Present
Alameda County Assessment Appeals BoardHearing Officer/Member
1991 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAdmitted Attorney
1996 - 1997
Professional organizations and associationsMember
1983
J. D> Juris Doctorate
1979
MA - Masters
N/A
2007
Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning
2007
Attorney Assisted Estate Planning
2001
1995
1988
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