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also known as Nicholas Jellins
The Jellins Group, a Professional Law Corporation, counsels and represents individuals, families and businesses in real estate, civil litigation, business formation, probate and trust administration, probate litigation, landlord tenant relations and estate planning. The firm’s mission is to provide responsive, personalized service employing innovative strategies to facilitate the client’s attainment of their personal, business and estate planning goals.
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39 years | 750 cases
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Acquired: 1994
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State: California
Acquired: 1986
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State: Virginia
Acquired: 1982
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841 Menlo Ave, Menlo Park, CA, 94025-4728
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Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Posted by Ian | June 28, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
Although, I likely don't have a case yet, Nicholas was extremely polite and answered the phone after hours. He provided me some self-help tips on mitigating my current situation. Towards the end, we ended up talking about our kids. Very friendly and educational. Thank you!
Posted by Jennifer | February 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I am being sued by my old landlord and being that I have never been in trouble with the law or had to appear in court, I was terrified. I did an extensive search for attorneys that could assist me in preparing for my case. Most responses I received were very impersonal. Nicholas Jellins responded to ...
Posted by Patricia | August 30, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
We had a consultation today with Mr. Jellins and found him to be patient, extremely helpful, and kind. He answered our questions in detail and brought up some issues we were not aware of. Made suggestions that should make our process more efficient and effective.
Posted by Marths | July 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Excellent help with a landlord that had rented a property to me that was not a legal residence. Went way out of his way to make sure my legal needs were taken care of. His office assistant Sean was also a great help to me. I would highly recommend this law firm to anyone needing help of any kind. Gr...
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2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
1995 - Present
Founding Partner, The Jellins Group, APLC
2006 - 2012
Adjunct Professor, Menlo College
2000 - 2006
Mayor, The City of Menlo Park
2005 - 2006
Peninsula Division of the League of California CitiesPresident
2005 - 2006
San Mateo County Criminal Justice CouncilChairman
1982
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
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