Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Estate Planning and Tax Law Attorneys in Kent
At Gellner Law, we bring over two decades of legal expertise to clients across Washington State. Our practice focuses on estate planning, probate, and tax controversy resolution, combining deep technical knowledge with compassionate client service. We prioritize protecting family assets and guiding clients through complex legal challenges, particularly during times of grief or financial stress. Our team, led by attorney Jennifer Gellner, has established a reputation for tenacity in representing clients before the IRS and delivering innovative solutions that minimize legal costs and avoid unnecessary court proceedings. We serve communities across King County and beyond, maintaining the highest standards of integrity while providing personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique needs. 
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Services
Tax Controversy
Trust Administration
Wills & Trusts
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of experience in estate and tax law
- Proven track record in IRS dispute resolution
- Personalized legal strategies for complex cases
- Community-focused practice serving Washington State
- Tenacious advocacy with compassionate client support
What people say
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Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help protect your family's future through customized wills, trusts, and advanced directives. We create legally sound strategies to distribute assets according to your wishes while minimizing tax liabilities. Our approach combines technical expertise with compassionate guidance to address unique family dynamics and financial situations.
Probate Services
We assist executors and heirs with probate administration, navigating court requirements to settle estates efficiently. Our services include asset inventory, debt resolution, tax filings, and distribution guidance. We help simplify complex processes during difficult times while protecting clients' interests throughout Washington State.
Tax Controversy
Our tax controversy practice defends clients in IRS audits, collection actions, and tax court litigation. With decades of experience, we negotiate settlements, reduce liabilities, and challenge improper assessments. We've successfully represented clients in complex cases including trust fund penalties and multi-jurisdictional disputes.
Trust Administration
We guide trustees through trust administration processes, ensuring proper asset management and distribution according to grantor intentions. Our services include trust funding, tax compliance, beneficiary communications, and dispute resolution. We help establish and maintain various trust structures to achieve specific estate planning goals.
Wills & Trusts
We draft comprehensive estate documents including wills, living trusts, and advance directives. Our attorneys create customized solutions for asset protection, minor children's care, and healthcare decision-making. We ensure documents comply with Washington law while addressing each client's unique family and financial circumstances.
People
Jennifer A. Gellner
Attorney at Law
Jennifer Gellner has practiced law for over 20 years, specializing in estate planning, probate, and tax controversy. She holds an LL.M. in Taxation and has represented clients before the U.S. Tax Court and 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. Her practice combines technical expertise with compassionate client advocacy.
Questions
What estate planning services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive estate planning including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, living wills, and tax avoidance strategies tailored to individual needs.
How can I avoid probate in Washington?
We help clients use living trusts, joint ownership, beneficiary designations, and community property agreements to efficiently transfer assets without probate.
Do you handle IRS tax disputes?
Yes, we represent clients in IRS audits, collection actions, tax court litigation, and offer in compromise negotiations with proven success.
What probate services are available?
We guide personal representatives through probate administration, including asset inventory, debt settlement, tax filings, and distribution of estates.
How are legal fees structured?
Our fees are transparent and competitive, with options for fixed pricing on estate planning documents and detailed hourly rates for complex litigation.
