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Contact
Email
aortega@downeybrand.com
Phone
(626) 606-9762
Address
400 Capital Mall, Sacramento, CA, 95814, US
Professional
About
Alexis recieved her Juris Doctorate from Golden Gate University in San Francisco where she graduated with a Certificate with Distinction in International Law and enjoyed studying abroad in Paris, France. After successfully passing the California Bar exam Alexis then obtained her LL.M degree graduating with Honors in International Law at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, studying for a semester in Bologna, Italy. Alexis previously worked for three years in Los Angeles at a civil litigation firm specializing in trial, mediation, deposition, and general law and motion practice. Alexis went on to be an Assistant Attorney General for the Republic of Palau for two years defending the Republic in all civil suits. In the Republic of Palau Alexis was able to gain experience in a wide practice area and handle complex domestic and international issues. In January of 2014, Alexis returned to California and the Sacramento area and joined The Burton Law Firm. In her spare time, Alexis enjoys travelling and languages. Alexis speaks a little French and Italian and very basic Palauan. In addition to being licensed in California, Alexis is a British Solicitor having successfully completed the exam in 2010.
About Probate Law
Probate attorneys guide families through the estate administration process after a loved one passes. They handle court filings, asset distribution, and dispute resolution. Common matters include estate administration, will contests, heir disputes, trust administration.
Credentials
Education
2007 Loyola University School of Law LL.M - Master of Laws 2006 Golden Gate University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2003 University of California - Santa Cruz BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English | Italian | French
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2019 Rising Star, Super Lawyers 2019 Top Attorneys in Sacramento, Sacramento Magazine 2018 Rising Star, Super Lawyers 2018 Top Attorneys in Sacramento, Sacramento Magazine 2017 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Publications
2014 Burton Bulletin The Future of Foreign Bank Accounts 2014 Burton Bulletin Stopping Litigation Before it Starts
Associations
2014 - Present Sacramento Estate Planning Council Member 2014 - Present Sacramento County Bar Association, Litigation Section Member 2014 - Present Sacramento County Bar Association, Dispute Resolution Section Member 2010 - Present Solicitors Regulation Authority, England and Wales Solicitor 2006 - Present State Bar of California Member
Speaking
2014 SEPC Tax and Legislation Update on Foriegn Account Tax Compliance Act
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Updated: Sep 20, 2026