Janis Ann Carney
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Janis Ann Carney is a distinguished attorney and Co-Founder of Widlast Legal in Los Gatos, California, where she specializes in Estate Planning, Probate, and Elder Law. With over thirty years of legal expertise, Janis has established herself as a leading authority in long-term care planning, trust and estate administration, and elder law matters. In 1996, Janis earned the prestigious designation of Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law from the California Bar Board of Legal Specialization, a recognition achieved by less than one percent of attorneys in the state. Further demonstrating her commitment to the field, she became only the eighth attorney in California to receive the Certified Elder Law Attorney designation from the National Elder Law Foundation in 2005, a title that she continues to hold among a select group of just 27 attorneys statewide. Janis's dedication to her clients and her profession has earned her numerous accolades, including recognition by Super Lawyers as one of the top five percent of elder law attorneys in Northern California each year since 2006. She also holds a 5-star rating on AVVO and an “AV Preeminent” Peer Review rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting her high ethical standards and exceptional legal ability. At Widlast Legal, Janis Carney is committed to providing compassionate, knowledgeable, and personalized legal services to clients navigating the complexities of estate planning and elder law, helping them secure their legacies and protect their loved ones.
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.