C L Farrell

C L Farrell

also known as Cordia Lynn Farrell

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 38 years

Probate Lawyer at Redlands, CA
Practice Areas: Probate, Trusts, Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills

P O Box 9224, Redlands, CA

About C

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Probate 40%

Litigate beneficiary estate disputes. Assist in proper wind down of decedent affairs; notice to heirs; negotiate creditor claims; sale of estate assets; account to beneficiaries; and, effectuate distribution of remaining assets.

38 years

40%
Trusts 40%

Litigate disputes of trustees, beneficiaries and creditors of trust estates. Assist trustees in proper and effective Trust Estate administration. Litigate trustee claims of specific assets in the hands of third parties.

38 years

40%
Estate Planning 15%

Draft comprehensive estate plans (trusts, wills, powers of attorney, health care directives); Assist in trust funding & estate administration; Litigate trust & estates administration, locate heirs, creditor’s claims, accountings & asset distribution.

38 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 525-550 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 38 years

State: California

Acquired: 1988

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No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of C L Farrell, PC

P O Box 9224, Redlands, CA, 92375

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C L Farrell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2024 | Guardianship

Extremely Knowledgeable Attorney

I contacted Attorney Farrell concerning an upcoming conservatorship case, and I found her knowledge of proceedings, and proper methods of addressing concerns impeccable. She is very detailed; Provides references for information given, and very patient when addressing questions ensuring there is enou...gh clarity to make well informed decisions. I highly recommend Attorney Farrell for any of your legal matters. She is AWESOME!

Posted by K S Foster | May 06, 2024 | Guardianship

Above and beyond, thorough, compassionate

I contacted the firm for representation on a complex guardianship matter and was scheduled for a consultation. Unfortunately, due to the close proximity of the next court hearing and the attorneys conflicting schedule they were not able to represent me but C L Farrell gave me confidence with the guid...ance for critical next steps in my case. C L took time to help me navigate the Court’s website. C L is knowledgeable, extremely thorough and compassionate. The consult was much more than I expected. I only wish I had contacted the firm sooner for the opportunity to retain this attorney. Thank you C L for all your help!

C Farrell

Replied last May 26, 2024

Many thanks for your kind words. Much appreciated.

Posted by DyeAnn | March 08, 2024 | Estate Planning

Words of Gratitude and Thanks

C L Farrell had a consultation with me on March 1, 2024. She was kowledgeable and kind. More than that, she provided me with information regarding the responsibility of the Trustee and the timeline for filing estate documents, tax returns, and notification of the proper agencies & beneficiaries, an...d much more. I was absolutely clueless and I'm sure there may be consequences for my lack of knowledge, but moving forward I will work to make things right. There's an old saying "Give a man a fish & you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish & you feed him for a lifetime". C L farrell fed me and my family for a lifetime. I will now educate my adult children and impress upon them the importance of securing proper counsel before making costly errors when estate planning for the future of their families which will benefit us for generations. Unfortunately I was not able to hire her as my attorney for this matter, due to the problems created my my Co-Trustee and location of the trust estaste, but I will hire and recommend her to family members and friends for estate planning and distributiion. C L Farrell is an incredible person and an extraordinary Attorney.

C Farrell

Replied last May 26, 2024

I was glad to have helped you. Thank you for your thoughtful endorsement.

Posted by anonymous | February 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Compassionate and experienced

I was having difficulty with understanding my family trust and was being ignored by the family trustee. I simply went to the Sandoval group for advice because I didn't understand my rights as a beneficiary. I was referred to C.L Farrell by one of her associates and after explaining my concerns C.L to...ok on my case. She basically kept the guardrails up so that my brother, sister and I were not taking advantage of by other family members. She contacted the trust lawyer and explained his position. She basically put him on notice but they clearly didn't get the idea of whom they were dealing. C.L basically let them continue to carry on after her warnings. Which was brilliant because they basically walked into a web that they couldn't escape. C.L had them so wrapped and explained how the out come could be very bad for them. Upon finally realizing their dilemma the submitted to doing g the write thing. I highly recommend C.L she is confident and extremely experienced if you want someone to be your champion and make share things go according to your parents wishes during a trust then C.L is the attorney that will listen,and guide and you will have the upper hand and positive results. I highly recommend C.L Farrell

C Farrell

Replied last May 26, 2024

I am honored to have assisted you and glad to have helped you achieve your goal. Very special blessings as you start your new journey.

Posted by John | July 17, 2023 | Elder Law

Wonderful Experience

I contacted Cordia regarding my aging parents (91 and 84 years old). I had questions regarding how to navigate the intricacies of POA's, Conservatorships, and Elder Care Planning. Cordia was very honest and personable. I found her to be very experienced and competent in Elder Law and Estate Planning.... Cordia took the time to listen to my concerns and provided actionable feedback. I highly recommend her.

C Farrell

Replied last May 26, 2024

I look forward to assisting you to understand your options. Caring for aging parents is a challenging but rewarding task. Thank you for taking time to write this review. I appreciate it.

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1974 - Present

Senior Probate & Trust Litigation Attorney, LAW OFFICES OF C L FARRELL, P.C.

2022 - 2023

Mediator, Probate, Trusts and Estates, Riverside County Bar Association Dispute Resolution Services

2010 - 2012

Co-Designer, Professional Fiduciary Certificate Program, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE EXTENSION

2008 - 2009

Adjunct Professor, Paralegal Certificate Program, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE EXTENSION

Associations

2018 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association, Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust Law Section

General Member

2010 - Present

Osborne-Whelan Endowed Rugby Academic Scholarship/UC Hastings College of Law

Founder & Advisory Committee Member

2008 - 2009

Estate Planning Council of San Bernardino County

Past President

2001 - 2002

Inland Counties Regional Center

Former Member, Master Trust Committee

2001 - 2001

San Bernardino County Counsel

Arbitrator, License Revocation Hearings

1997 - 2018

San Bernardino County Superior Court

Court Appointed Counsel

1995 - 2017

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Former Chair, Mandatory Attorney-Client Fee Arbitration

1994 - 2000

San Bernardino County Superior Court

Former Civil Law Arbitrator

1994 - 1995

Rotary International District 5330 (San Bernardino & Riverside Counties)

Former Director, Endowment/Major Gifts Program

1993 - 2010

San Bernardino County Superior Court

Judge Pro Tempore

1993 - 1994

Rotary International District 5330

Registration Chair, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Program

1992 - 1995

Rotary International District 5330 (San Bernardino & Riverside Counties)

Former Director, Benefactors Program

Education

1982

Golden Gate University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1979

San Francisco State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

In Home Health Care Services Regional Meeting, Riverside CA

Professional Fiduciaries: Assisting Elderly Clients with Estate Planning Needs

2011

Bridging the Gap Seminar, San Bernardino, CA

Fee Agreements and Attorney-Client Trust Accounts

Languages

English

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