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About Kathleen
I have more than 40 years experience and have been licensed in the State of Arizona since 1982. I provide estate planning, probate, and trust administration legal services to Ahwatukee, Sun Lakes, Tempe, Chandler, Ocotillo, Mesa, Gilbert, and Queen Creek. My office is conveniently located on the SE corner of Rural and Lakeshore Drive in Tempe. (Turn on Lakeshore Drive to access free visitor parking.)
I was born and raised in Indiana and graduated salutatorian of my high school class. I moved west to Arizona to attend Arizona State University, and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Criminal Justice. I attended and graduated law school from Arizona State University College of Law, now known as Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law.
I clerked for Joe W. Contreras, the Chief Justice of the Arizona Court of Appeals. I started my own law firm in Ahwatukee in 1989. I am licensed in Arizona and the 9th circuit.
Testimonials
Jan
Kathleen was an excellent attorney. Her attention to detail and her foresight were invaluable. I would recommend her for any legal needs you would have and trust her completely.
Teresa
Kathleen Nielsen is a formidable attorney on every level.
Perry
Kathleen is a a true professional and expert. We had extensive changes to legal documents to update, she walked us through the process, asked the tough questions and followed through, delivery when promised. Would highly recommend.
Mary Ellen
A Valuable Advisor On My Team
I was referred to Ms. Nielsen through another trusted advisor that provides services for me. Years ago I realized that to succeed in the finance, insurance, legal, fitness, etc. areas I needed to build a team around me for support in those areas of my life. Ms. Nielsen has become part of the team. I was pleasantly satisfied when we met. She is personable and welcoming. She was open about the process of estate planning and carefully considered my unique situation during our dealings. I was able to share my legal needs with her openly as well as learn about her background and experience to determine if she would be a good fit as a personal advisor. I had already drafted and signed the recommended estate planning documents including my Living Will, Durable Health Care Power of Attorney, Financial Power of Attorney and Last Will and Testament. I asked Ms. Nielsen to review the existing documents to make sure they were in good order and also to advise and revise my Last Will and Testament. Ms. Nielsen was willing to spend the time needed to sit with me to read through the documents, discuss my individual situation and advise me of her recommended actions. She was available by phone and email throughout the editing process until the document satisfied my legal needs and wishes and the State's requirements. The process was seamless and I feel relieved that my estate plans are now in order. I feel strongly that I can contact Ms. Nielsen with questions both related and unrelated to her practice areas and obtain either a direct solution or a referral to someone in her network that can address my concern. Her rates were reasonable, her office environment comfortable and easy to find and her service was friendly. I will look forward to working with Ms. Nielsen should the need arise in the future.
Contact Kathleen
ADDRESS
4500 South Lakeshore Drive
Suite 300
Tempe, AZ 85282
Located in Southwest Business Center building on the SE corner of Rural and Lakeshore Drive in Tempe. (Turn on Lakeshore Drive to access free visitor parking.)
Serving the Following Arizona Cities:
Ahwatukee | Sun Lakes | Tempe | Chandler | Ocotillo | Mesa | Gilbert | Queen Creek
Licensed in Arizona and 9th Circuit