Leland John Ellison

Leland John Ellison

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 35 years

Probate Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Probate, Trusts, Mediation ... +3 more

2534 Northrop Ave, Sacramento, CA

About Leland

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Probate 25%

Probate court matters including, but not limited to: representing clients in court on contested and uncontested probate estates, trust matters, conservatorship proceedings, guardianship proceedings and spousal property petitions.

36 years

25%
Mediation 20%

Sacramento County Superior Court approved probate mediator. I have successfully served as a mediator in trust and probate litigation matters with trial dates pending and on disputed matters where parties have agreed to mediate prior to litigation.

28 years

20%
Trusts 20%

Trust administration after the death of a Settlor. Trust Litigation in trust matters involving asserting and defending claims by and against the Trust and Trustee; addressing breach of fiduciary obligations; and interpretations of trust terms.

36 years

20%
Estate Planning 15%

Drafting of Wills, Trusts and Durable Powers of Attorney. l draft all types of Revocable Trusts including bypass, disclaimer trusts, Special Needs Trusts and even judicially created trusts established through substitute judgment in a conservatorship.

36 years

15%
Litigation 15%

Representing Executors, Trustees and beneficiaries in contested and litigated trust and probate proceedings including seeking the appointment and/or removal of Executors, Conservators, and Trustees, and I also defend fiduciaries against such actions.

36 years

15%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

Drafting of Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney For Health Care; Advance Health Care Directives and Durable Powers of Attorney For Financial Management.

36 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

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Location

Law Offices of Leland John Ellison

2534 Northrop Ave, Sacramento, CA, 95825

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Leland John Ellison's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Sally | November 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Consummate Professional

Mr. Ellison was extremely focused on what needed to be done, and the timetable to do the job well. Several times, he helped us negotiate surprises in the case with intelligence and humor, all the while being supportive of the overall goals. I would recommend him to anyone wanting a true professional....

Posted by William | October 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Current Client

Mr. Ellison is amoung the best attorneys we have ever had the pleasure to work with. His knowledge and experience saved our case and was critical to our being able to prevail. We recomment him to everyone and anyone who asks or will hold still long enough for us to sing his praises. He has been he...lpful to us on many occasions, even making recommendations to us on matters outside his field of expertise. He is our family attorney and will be for the forseeable future. If you hire him to represent you in his given areas of expertise, you will not regret it.

Posted by Betty | October 05, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Service

When I became trustee of my sister's estate, being an elderly person, I knew very little about the law. Unfortunately, there was another party who was trying to abscond with funds, which made the experience more traumatic. Leland was very patient with me, answered all my questions in a courteou...s manner and went above and beyond in his service, even when we had to go to court. I have had dealings with a number of lawyers in my time (I am 91 years old) and I can truthfully say that he was the kindest person I have ever known. He was fair in his charges and I cannot recommend him enough for anyone, of any age, who needs the assistance of a lawyer.

Posted by John | October 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney

Leland acted as a mediator on a bitterly contested trust matter. The trust issues involved significant funds and the parties were very far apart on their goals. Leland was instrumental in helping both parties understand the different weaknesses in their respective position. His experience and skil...l as a mediator allowed both parties to avoid litigation and receive a far greater solution both economically and emotionally than going to court. Leland, thank you for your wise counsel and assistance.

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Leland John Ellison's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robin Diamond

Probate lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Leland is an excellent probate attorney with a wealth of knowledge and experience. I trust his judgment and he is always available to answer questions. He is a strong advocate for his clients and is resolution-oriented."

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Patrick Hinrichsen

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Leland Ellison for more than 20 years and he is a superb Probate and Estate Lawyer. If I ever have a question regarding probate or estate law, I immediately call Leland and he always has the answer!!!"

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John Goralka

Mediation lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Leland is an excellent, creative lawyer that works very hard to provide his clients the very best possible service and work product."

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Jeremy Rutledge

Probate lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He's an excellent lawyer with a great approach to litigation and probate/trust law."

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Michael Hackard

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Leland is a very capable and trustworthy advocate who works to protect his clients from harm and achieve a much better result than might initially be expected. Leland is an ethical advocate who takes the requirements of the law seriously."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2026

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2025

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2024

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2023

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2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

20th Anniversary as a Board Certified Specialist, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization

1996

Certified Specialist - Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law, State Bar of California

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Ellison Law Firm, A Professional Corporation

Associations

Sacramento County Superior Court-Probate Mediator Panel

Listed Mediator

Sacramento County Superior Court-Probate Court Appointed Attorney Panel

Listed Attorney

State Bar of California-Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Section

Member

Education

1989

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

University of California - Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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