Business Details
36 Years
experience
Comprehensive Legal Services for Estate & Real Property Matters
Froneberger & Leviloff has provided dedicated legal services since 1990, specializing in probate and trust litigation while maintaining a client-focused approach. Our firm combines personalized attention with extensive experience in estate planning, trust administration, and real property law. We prioritize staying current with legal developments through continuous education and active participation in professional organizations like the Marin County Bar Association. Our team, led by Principal Attorney Darin Leviloff, brings decades of combined experience in both litigation and transactional matters.We serve clients across California counties, offering flat-fee estate planning and tailored legal solutions. Our commitment to community service and pro-bono work reflects our dedication to ethical practice and client advocacy. With a legacy rooted in Henry Froneberger's founding vision, we continue to deliver results-driven representation with integrity.
Services
Estate Planning
Trust Administration
Probate Litigation
Real Property Law
Business Litigation
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined experience in estate and probate law
- Our attorneys provide personalized service with flat-fee estate planning
- We handle complex trust litigation and real property disputes
- Active participation in legal education and professional organizations
- Legacy of community service and pro-bono legal assistance
Services
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Our flat-fee structure covers all necessary follow-up meetings and document preparation. Services include asset protection strategies and succession planning for individuals and families.
Trust Administration
We handle trust administration proceedings for trustees and beneficiaries. Services include asset inventory, tax compliance, and distribution management. Our team provides guidance for both private and court-supervised administrations.
Probate Litigation
Our firm represents parties in will contests and trust disputes. We handle executor/trustee defense and beneficiary representation. Services include mediation and courtroom litigation for contested estate matters.
Real Property Litigation
We resolve commercial and residential property disputes including boundary issues and construction defects. Services cover transactional work, contract disputes, and title matters with estate planning integration.
Business Litigation
Our practice includes breach of contract claims and business disputes. We represent clients in commercial litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Services extend to construction defect and professional liability matters.
People
Darin A. Leviloff
Principal Attorney
Principal attorney with 30+ years experience in estate planning and litigation. Former criminal prosecutor and partner since 2016. UC Hastings graduate specializing in trust disputes and real property law.
Alexa Pagonas
Associate
California Bar member since 1995 with expertise in estate planning and negotiations. Mills College and UC Law SF graduate. Former entertainment industry professional with nonprofit board experience.
Jasmine Gonzalez
Office Assistant
Joined firm in 2024 with background in journalism and legal support. Arizona State graduate in English Literature. Provides administrative support and client communication assistance.
Kristi Edwards
Office Manager/Paralegal
Certified legal professional with 30+ years experience. Served as office manager and paralegal since 1992. Marin County Legal Professionals Association board member and notary public.
Henry Froneberger
Founder
Founding attorney (1972-2018) specializing in probate law. Wake Forest graduate and Vietnam veteran. Established firm in 1990 after 17 years in San Francisco practice. Community service advocate.
Questions
What estate planning services do you offer?
We create customized wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Initial consultations are free with flat-fee pricing for most plans.
Do you handle probate court matters?
Yes, we represent executors, trustees, and beneficiaries in probate administration and litigation across California counties.
What real estate law services are available?
Our services include property transactions, boundary disputes, lease agreements, and construction defect litigation for residential and commercial properties.
How are legal fees structured?
Estate planning uses flat-fee pricing. Litigation services billed hourly. We discuss all fee arrangements during initial consultations.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Northern California counties including Marin, Sonoma, Napa, and Alameda with clients across the state.
