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Shirley M. Diefenbach is an accomplished attorney based in Durham, NC, specializing in Estate Planning and Tax Law at Walker Lambe, PLLC. Her legal career began in New York, where she honed her expertise as an associate at a nationally recognized Elder Law and Estate Planning firm. Over the years, Shirley has successfully guided hundreds of families through the complexities of estate planning, trust administration, and tax-related matters, ensuring that her clients' wishes are honored and their legacies protected. Shirley received her Juris Doctor from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York City, where she distinguished herself as the Internet Editor of the Arts & Entertainment Law Journal. Additionally, she actively participated in the Tax Clinic, representing low-income taxpayers in various issues including audits, administrative appeals, and tax collection cases. Her academic foundation is complemented by a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Maryland. Admitted to practice law in both New York and North Carolina, Shirley brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her clients. She is committed to providing personalized legal solutions that address each client's unique needs and circumstances in estate planning and tax law. Outside of her legal practice, Shirley enjoys a fulfilling family life with her husband, Scott, whom she married in 1999, and their son, Nathan, born in 2008. She values quality time spent with loved ones and enjoys cooking and traveling, experiences that enrich her personal and professional life.
Trust attorneys help individuals and families create and administer trusts for asset protection, tax planning, and wealth transfer. Common matters include trust creation, trust administration, trust disputes, special needs trusts.