Nikki B Allen

Nikki B Allen

also known as Nikki B. Ahrenholz

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Palm Desert, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Business ... +2 more

74-361 Highway 111, Suite 7, Palm Desert, CA

About Nikki

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 30%

Preparation of Trusts, Wills Advanced Health Care Directives, Powers of Attorney, Deeds and documents to transfer property and assets into trusts

30%
Trusts 25%

Trust litigation, trust administration, Preparation of Trusts as part of estate plans, Special Needs Trusts

25%
Business 15%

Entity formation (LLC's, corporations, limited partnership, finance ssues, including real estate transactions

15%
Probate 15%

Probate of wills, probate disputes, conservatorships

15%
Real Estate 15%

Both litigation and transactions, both commercial and residential purchases and sales; disputes regarding failure to disclose, title disputes, homeowner association issues (representing homeowners)

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 25 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2000

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Nikki B. Allen, Attorney at Law, PC

74-361 Highway 111, Suite 7, Palm Desert, CA, 92260

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Nikki B Allen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joe | March 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Personable, Approachable, Accessible, Knowledgeable

We were referred to Nikki by another of her clients after reaching out to three other attorneys in the area to draft a family trust. Nikki was by far the friendliest and most responsive. It was a pleasure meeting with her about estate planning as she made it all very understandable and affordable. We... feel much more at ease knowing she's handled everything and can assist in the future.

Posted by Kaitlyn | March 7, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Expertly navigated my landlord dispute!

Nikki was hired by me to deal with an unpleasant situation with my "landlord", which is actually a larger management company. Through no fault of my own, my apartment had been uninhabitable for nearly a month, and I could barely get them to acknowledge me. She sprang to action on my behalf immediatel...y, never once backing down. In her interactions with my landlord, she somehow managed to be courteous yet authoritative and was quite effective in her communications. On a personal level, Nikki was knowledgeable, empathetic, responsive, reassuring, and exceedingly patient with me, continually going above and beyond what I ever could have asked or expected of her. She ensured that I knew that she was in my corner, and that she was dedicated to making things right for me. Not only did Nikki prevail for me, she took a weight off of my shoulders when I felt lost, alone, and ignored. She is not just a reputable, experienced lawyer whom I would hire again in an instant, but a truly special person as well. 100% recommend!

Posted by Elaine | August 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you Nikki Allen

I first hired Nikki Allen to get her help an issue concerning my father’s trust, of which I am a beneficiary. The trustee we had in place turned out to be engaged in illegal activity. Nikki quickly took control, had the trustee removed, and has been involved with me every step of the way since. Ther...e is no trust, real estate or probate matter that Nikki could not be an asset to. Working with Nikki on my father’s trust, made me realize that I needed to create a trust and redo the wills for my own family’s assets. Nikki worked with me to make sure that everything was put together according to my needs. I was extremely happy with the finished product. I can not recommend the work of Nikki Allen highly enough.

Posted by MIKE | August 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

ALWAYS AMAZING...!

Nikki Allen has represented me personally as well as professionally. I definitely endorse Ms. Allen and have hired her numerous times over the years. I have come to trust her judgement and recommendations explicitly. She always has my business and personal structures on her radar and handles my Perso...nal business, LLC's and Corporate affairs with A "trusted" professionalism. She has represented me recently in a settlement on my behalf as well as helping me avoid litigation. She is also VERY fair when it comes to her fees. She knows the legal system thoroughly and is a great negotiator as well as litigator. She moves quick on timely matters when you need her too. She has also... over the past 10 years become a trusted friend. I would refer anyone who needs to legal representation use Nikki Allen...she is a smart worker, energetic and an be trusted with YOUR best interest in mind.

Posted by Michael Thomas | October 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Compassionate, skilled and efficient.

Nikki Allen is a genuine human being—which is refreshing. She prepared my mother’s estate plan with such grace. My mother was elderly and Nikki made special exception to drive all the way to her home to review her specifics. My mother was so grateful for her hard work and for making things as easy... as possible, considering her condition. Later, even outside of her normal area of law, she advised and represented my family and me through the trial for my sister’s murderer (sentencing was today; life without parole!). This was an extremely difficult time, and Nikki was able to breakdown the legalese into plain English and guide us through the process. I don’t know how we would have survived the process without her and her exceptional compassion and expertise. Finally, when my mother passed away a few months ago, Nikki took charge when I couldn’t, and swiftly administrated the estate plan and trust which made everything so easy and worry free for me during yet another very hard time. In short, Nikki is a caring, compassionate, highly skilled and efficient lawyer who knows how to put her clients at ease. I don’t know what I’d have done without her.

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Nikki B Allen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christina Holstege

Unknown lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Nikki Allen is a smart and energetic advocate for her clients. She has great experience in a range of different cases and areas of law. She is a fantastic lawyer."

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Paul Molinaro

Real estate lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bradley Faber

Real estate lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Nikki for about 5 years and consider her, not only a peer and a colleague, but also a friend.Nikki is extraordinarily knowledgeable and competent in all areas of real estate law. Moreover, not only does she possess a high level of expertise in her field, but also her degree of attentiveness and responsiveness to her clients is a virtue often not found with other firms. Without reservation, I recommend and endorse Nikki B. Allen."

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Rejeanne Eyre

Real estate lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nikki Allen is the FIRST lawyer I would recommend to anyone needing help with real estate matters, probate, and business litigation. I routinely recommend Nikki's services to my own clients. I have known and worked with Nikki for the last seven years and could not recommend her more highly. Nikki is extremely knowledgeable in all areas in which she practices. More importantly, Nikki is dedicated to obtaining the best result for her clients, she devotes 110% of her best efforts to all of her cases, and she is passionate about her work. With her attention to detail, impeccable work ethic, and high standards she sets for herself, you will not be disappointed!"

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David M. Grey

Litigation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Nikki Allen and I ended up on opposing sides of a business dispute after some non adversarial contact in the community. While our respective clients were firmly entrenched in their positions, Ms. Allen and I were able to craft a win/win solution for them. We entered the dispute as friends and left the same way. In the interim, she was a formidable adversary. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Julie Isen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nikki is an excellent attorney. I enjoy being able to learn from her on a daily basis. Her clients love her as well because she is dedicated and personable."

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Karen Sloat

Business lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Nikki Allen very highly. She is well-respected in the community, professional and courteous. Ms. Allen and i were opposing counsel on a business matter involving very different clients and interests. She was thorough and effectively represented her client, then followed up even after she switched law firms."

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Stephanie Weisman

Litigation lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nikki and I have worked together on numerous cases. Nikki cares about her clients and works closely with them to determine what is an appropriate course of action in each individual's situation. She is extremely hard working and takes personal pride in achieving the best results for all of her clients."

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Roman Whittaker

Probate lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Nikki is handling a large volume of probate and trust litigation matters with great expertise and excellent results for our clients."

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Rhona Kauffman

Litigation lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer, Nikki Allen, based upon my direct experience in a litigation matter that was highly contested. Ms. Allen was my opposing counsel. I have been practicing law in excess of 18 years and I found Ms. Allen to be extremly bright and knowledgable in the subject matter of the litigation related to a homeowner dispute. In addition, Ms. Allen carried herself at all times with a high level of professionalism throught the litigaiton. As a result, I highly endorse Ms. Allen."

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Christina Holstege

Litigation lawyer

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Bradley Faber

Divorce and separation lawyer

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David M. Grey

Business lawyer

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Julie Isen

Litigation lawyer

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Edward Cross

Construction and development lawyer

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Karen Sloat

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Stephanie Weisman

Business lawyer

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Roman Whittaker

Business lawyer

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Rhona Kauffman

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine

2019

Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine

2018

Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine

2017

Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine

2016

Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine

2015

Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine

2014

Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine

2013

Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine

2012

Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine

2000

Order of St. Ives, University of Denver

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Owner, Nikki B. Allen, Attorney at Law, PC

2012 - Present

Senior Associate, Law Offices of Edward H. Cross & Associates PC

2005 - Present

Associate, Anderholt Whittaker LLP

2000 - 2005

Associate, Kutak Rock

Associations

2011 - Present

Coachella Valley Women Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

Desert Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Warren Slaughter-Richard Roemer American Inn of Court

Member

2012 - 2013

Warren Slaughter-Richard Roemer American Inn of Court

Member

2011 - 2014

About Families, Inc. - non-profit corporation

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Mulhall v. Monterey Country Club Association, Inc.

Motion for Summary Adjudication granted in favor of Plaintiffs - led to favorable settlement of entire action

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Education

2000

University of Denver Sturm College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Massachusetts

Bachelor of Business Administration

Publications

1998

Denver University Law Review Miller v. Albright: Continuing to Discriminate on the Basis of Gender and Illegitimacy

Languages

English

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