Sharon M. Jannuzzi

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Sharon M. Jannuzzi

also known as Sharon M. Parker

4.8
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 24 years

Probate Lawyer at Reno, NV
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Corporate & Incorporation ... +2 more

6100 Neil Rd., Suite 500, Reno, NV

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About Sharon

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 30%

Preparation of trusts, wills, powers of attorney, conveyance deeds

11 years

30%
Probate 30%

All levels of probate and estate administration, trust administration, probate litigation, will and trust contests

24 years

30%
Corporate and Incorporation 20%

General counsel for nonprofit, religious and for profit businesses; assistance with employment law, policies and procedures, contracts, crisis management, corporate formation, real property, litigation

24 years

20%
Guardianship 10%

Guardianships for minors, elderly, persons with special needs

24 years

10%
Litigation 10%

In addition to probate litigation, I handle litigation for business and individual clients including cases re contracts, employment law, torts, real property, and more

24 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 450-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 23 years

State: California

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Nevada for 24 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Woodburn & Wedge

6100 Neil Rd., Suite 500, Reno, NV, 89511-1159

woodburnandwedge.com/attorneys/sharon-m-jannuzzi

Sharon M. Jannuzzi's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by sharon | October 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Probate

It was a pleasure working with Sharon and her assistant, Denise. Sharon was always available to us by phone and email. Very prompt in answering any questions that we had.

Posted by Dick | October 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Outstanding Legal Assistance

When my brother passed away in Reno earlier this year without a will or trust, Sharon and her firm were highly recommended to us by a friend associated with the Nevada Supreme Court. During the following months, she guided us through the unfamiliar Nevada probate process with both skill and compassio...n. Her advice and counsel were crucial in successfully navigating a difficult process and helping us bring it to a successful conclusion. We were greatly impressed by her expertise and responsiveness - she and her excellent staff were always available to answer our questions and provide useful suggestions. We’re very happy to recommend Sharon and her firm - they were outstanding and we’re very glad we used them.

Posted by Jim & Brenda | April 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Terrific attorney

My wife and I recently moved to Nevada; we needed our estate documents redone. Sharon Jannuzzi was recommended by a neighborhood group online. She was very helpful in working through some options we could use. Sharon blended professionalism and informality in just the right mix. She is a delight ...to work with.

Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Great for estate planning

I recently worked with Sharon on revising a trust after divorce. Getting a new one is place was relatively time critical. The office staff and Sharon are easy to work with, timely in communication and do a great job. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Isabella | December 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Out-of-State Probate

I hired Sharon Jannuzzi to serve as my representative in a probate case. Due to the death of my sister, the lack of a will, and my being an out-of-state resident from where she lived, I was in a particularly vulnerable position in dealing with her estate. I chose Sharon based on a friend’s recommend...ation and didn’t meet her in person until well into probate. I could not be more pleased with her and her assistant during every aspect of the process. They were thorough and prompt in their communications, made every effort to keep the costs of representation reasonable, and maintained a high level of integrity and professionalism. Perhaps most significantly, and not particularly commonplace for co-administrators in such cases, Sharon offered a welcomed level of personalism and proved to be both compassionate and kind throughout the many months we worked together.

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Sharon M. Jannuzzi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joanne Parrilli

Probate lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Seldom have I come across a lawyer more intelligent, competent, and effective. I have worked with Sharon on an on-going complex matter for over a year, and admire her dedication to detail and ability to explain complex issues. It is without reservation that I recommend her highly and will continue to refer clients to her."

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Gregory Jensen

Trusts lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Sharon Jannuzzi and I worked together on a difficult trust in litigation before the Reno probate court. She argued the case very well. Her written work was first rate. The judges and other lawyers I know in Reno respect her highly. In 34 years of practice, I have worked with many attorneys--Sharon Jannuzzi is among the very best. I highly recommend her for trust and probate work. Greg Jensen, Reno Attorney"

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

2015 Lawyer in the Library Volunteer, Second Judicial District Court

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney, Woodburn & Wedge

2001 - 2002

Law Clerk, Second Judicial District Court Of The State Of Nevada In & For The County Of Washoe

Associations

2006 - Present

Probate Bar Association of Washoe County

Member

2002 - Present

National Diocesan Attorneys Association

Member

2002 - Present

Washoe County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Hipp Estate

The trust provision favoring my client was upheld by the court after a trial on the merits.

T.W. v. Diocese of Reno

Obtained dismissal of auto accident case based on procedural grounds.

Bishop Manogue v. Washoe County Assessor/Treasurer

Obtained tax refund in favor of client.

In re Goodson Estate

Obtained extremely favorable settlement for my client.

DeMolen v. Diocese of Reno

Obtained dismissal of wrongful termination case.

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Education

2020

University of Illinois, Chicago John Marshall Law School

LL.M - Master of Laws

2001

Catholic University of America, School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Pontifical Gregorian University Facolta di Diritto Canonico

JCL - License in Canon Law

1994

Pontifical University of St Thomas Aquinas

STB - Baccalaureate in Sacred Theology

1990

University of San Francisco

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Ticor Title Realtor Presentation

Estate Sales of Real Property

2021

St. Thomas Aquinas Legacy Council Presentation

Estate Planning

2020

Cornerstone MOPS Breakfast Meeting

Estate Planning

2019

Probate Bar Association of Washoe County

Multi-State Probate Issues

2015

The Probate Process from Start to Finish

Intestate Succession; Sales of Property and Distributions

2012

Senior Ministries Lunch & Learn

Nevada Probate, Trusts and Estate Planning

Publications

2015

Nevada Estate Planning and Probate Blog When Should I Do My Estate Planning?

2015

Nevada Estate Planning and Probate Blog What Does a Surviving Spouse Receive if Omitted from the Will?

2015

Nevada Estate Planning and Probate Blog Can You Probate a Lost Will?

2015

Nevada Estate Planning and Probate Blog Bleak House

2014

Nevada Estate Planning and Probate Blog Who Gets Your Property if You Die Without a Will?

2014

Nevada Estate Planning and Probate Blog Who Is Qualified to Serve as Administrator of an Estate?

2014

Nevada Estate Planning and Probate Blog Why All Your Assets Should Be in Your Trust

2013

Nevada Estate Planning and Probate Blog Updating Your Estate Planning after You Get Married

2013

Nevada Estate Planning and Probate Blog Is it Possible to Inherit Even Though the Will Disinherits You?

Languages

Italian

Activity

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