About Us
Jennifer L. Wilkerson has been a California attorney since 1983. She has been certified as a Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization since 1998, and currently serves on the Executive Committee of the State Bar, Trusts and Estates section.
Ms. Wilkerson earned her law degree from Northwestern University School of Law, Chicago, Illinois in 1983. She graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a degree in social work.
Ms. Wilkerson is dedicated to community involvement and has the following affiliations:
- State Bar of California, Executive Committee of the Trusts and Estates section
- Gold Country Estate Planning Council
- Nevada County Leave a Legacy Program
- Nevada County Bar Association
- American Association of University Women
- Business & Professional Women of Nevada County
- Elder Care Providers Coalition
- California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform
- Nevada County Lawyer Access, Inc. – Lawyer Referral Service
An avid gardener, Jennifer loves finding beautiful gardens and unusual plants. Traveling to new places is a passion, as well as hiking and being outdoors. At home, Jennifer enjoys reading and spending time with her family and their three cats.
Denise L. Best is a Certificated Legal Assistant from UC Davis. Denise has worked in the legal field since 1988, and has been a paralegal since 1993.
Denise has a servant’s heart and enjoys helping people. She especially loves working outdoors and spending time with family and her two Godchildren.
Alicia M. Newsom has worked in the legal field since 1996. She received her Certificate from the California Paralegal College in 2007.
Alicia enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and camping. She also loves traveling and cooking. Alicia’s favorite pastime is being with her wonderful family including her husband and three children.