Experienced Legal Solutions to Protect and Preserve Family Wealth & Well-Being
Proudly serving Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, Monterey, San Benito, and San Mateo Counties, and throughout California by Zoom
Our Mission
At Jeffrey T. Killeen – Attorney-at-Law, we are dedicated to securing your family’s future by offering expert legal counsel in estate planning. With a proactive approach, we help you safeguard what matters most while preserving family harmony and ensuring peace of mind.
Based in Santa Cruz, California, our firm focuses on helping clients protect their assets and navigate complex legal matters. From setting up legal documents to ensure your home and savings are secure to guiding families through probate processes, we stand by you every step of the way. Whether you’re planning for the future or managing unforeseen circumstances, Jeffrey Killeen and his team offer trusted expertise to keep your assets safe for future generations.
How It Works: Protect Your Future in 3 Simple Steps
Schedule Your Free
30-Minute Consultation
Whether you’re considering a living trust or planning for probate, the first step is reaching out to us. We’ll take the time to understand your unique situation and provide expert guidance tailored to your needs.
Get Your Customized Legal Plan Created
We’ll create the essential legal documents tailored to your situation. From estate planning and irrevocable trusts to probate and probate litigation, we cover every aspect to ensure your assets are safeguarded.
Secure Peace of Mind for You and Your Family
With your plan in place, you can rest easy knowing your family wealth assets are protected, your loved ones are cared for, and your wishes will be honored. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Schedule Your Free
30-Minute Consultation
Whether you’re considering a living trust or planning for probate, the first step is reaching out to us. We’ll take the time to understand your unique situation and provide expert guidance tailored to your needs.
Get Your Customized Legal Plan Created
We’ll create the essential legal documents tailored to your situation. From estate planning and irrevocable trusts to probate and probate litigation, we cover every aspect to ensure your assets are safeguarded.
Secure Peace of Mind for You and Your Family
With your plan in place, you can rest easy knowing your family wealth assets are protected, your loved ones are cared for, and your wishes will be honored. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Our Areas of Practice: Protecting What Matters Most
Our Team
Jeffrey Killeen
Principal Attorney (SBN 84614)
Jeffrey Killeen is the founder and lead attorney of our family-focused law firm. With over 40 years of experience in the Bay Area, he began his career consulting for top accounting firms and corporations. In the 1990s, Jeffrey shifted his focus to helping families protect their wealth and secure their futures. His career started in Japan, where he worked with international corporations, universities, and a prominent American law firm specializing in International Technology Transfer Licensing. A graduate of the University of Michigan Law School, Jeffrey brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to serving his clients.
Beth Clifford
Paralegal
Beth Clifford plays a key role in our practice as our dedicated paralegal. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Boise State University and completed the Paralegal Program at the University of Santa Cruz. For over ten years, Beth has been an invaluable asset to the team, offering skilled support and ensuring smooth and efficient client service.
Ready to Protect Your Family’s Future?
If you have questions or need guidance on estate planning, probate, or any of our legal services, we’re here to help.
Let’s take the next step together to secure what matters most.
What Our Clients Say
“I have no other experience with navigating the legal system, so I can’t make comparisons, but I can say that I am happy with the quality of the services provided by Mr. Killeen and would not hesitate to recommend him to others.”
Chris C.
Mr. Killeen helped me with a partition action to retrieve my investment in a real estate property of which I was part owner. The process was hampered by an adversarial, uncooperative co-owner making it longer and more costly. Mr. Killeen went beyond conventional practices to make the payment arrangements for his services fit my needs. This was an enormous help to me at a very difficult time. Throughout the process, I felt that we were working as a team. He was always patient with my questions and general state of ignorance. He gave me the information I needed to feel confident about the actions we were taking which was helpful for my peace of mind. I have no other experience with navigating the legal system, so I can’t make comparisons, but I can say that I am happy with the quality of the services provided by Mr. Killeen and would not hesitate to recommend him to others. I was fortunate to have his help. No one is perfect, but Jeffrey Killeen is capable, honest, and kind. You can’t beat that combination, in my opinion.