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Katrin is an associate at Downey Brand whose practice focuses on trust and estate litigation. She is dedicated to helping clients navigate complex, often emotionally sensitive disputes with thoughtful guidance and strategic advocacy. Combining strong writing and advocacy skills with a client-centered approach, Katrin works to ensure every client feels heard, respected, and supported throughout the litigation process. (Read more...)

If you’ve ever cracked open the California Probate Code and thought, “There has to be a translator for this,” you’re not alone. Between dense statutory language, cross-references that send you in circles, and provisions that seem written for a different era, even seasoned practitioners can find themselves doing a double-take.

That’s exactly why this new