Gellner Law - Kent, WA

Strategic Estate Planning and Tax Controversy Counsel in Kent, Washington

Protecting family assets from aggressive tax assessments and preparing for future generations requires sophisticated advocacy. Located at 8407 S 259th St, Suite 203, in Kent, Gellner Law provides representation in estate planning, probate, trusts, and tax controversy. Established in 1991, the practice serves clients across South King County and the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area. Whether you need to hire an estate planning attorney for a living trust or find a lawyer to defend against an IRS audit, attorney Jennifer A. Gellner provides formidable legal counsel.

Advanced Tax Mastery and Acclaimed Legal Leadership

Managing attorney Jennifer A. Gellner, LL.M. brings exceptional credentials to estate and tax law. Earning her Juris Doctor cum laude from Seattle University School of Law and an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Washington, attorney Gellner directed the Federal Tax Clinic at Gonzaga University School of Law for a decade. She is recognized for her courtroom skill, famously winning against the IRS in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and recovering attorney fees from federal tax authorities.

Admitted before the United States Tax Court and federal courts across Washington, attorney Gellner is an active leader in the Washington State Bar Association Taxation Section. Clients praise her direct approach, describing her as a dedicated advocate who simplifies tax codes into practical legal strategies.

Comprehensive Estate Planning and Wealth Protection Services

Gellner Law designs comprehensive estate plans tailored to modern family dynamics, including blended families, business owners, and individuals with complex assets:

• Revocable living trusts and testamentary trusts, structuring private vehicles to avoid probate court costs and minimize state and federal estate taxes.
• Wills and living wills, drafting legally precise documents that express asset distribution preferences and nominate guardians for minor children.
• Durable powers of attorney, preparing statutory instruments for financial and healthcare decisions during temporary or permanent incapacity.
• Special needs trusts and guardianship counsel, preserving government benefit eligibility for disabled family members while ensuring quality care.
• Property agreements and business succession, crafting separate and community property agreements and business transition instruments.

Tax Dispute Defense and Probate Administration Practice

When disputes with tax authorities arise or probate administration is necessary, Gellner Law provides assertive representation across key areas, including:

• IRS tax controversy defense, representing individuals and businesses in federal audits, appeals conferences, and United States Tax Court litigation.
• Penalty abatement and collections, negotiating offers in compromise, installment payment agreements, and releasing federal and state tax liens.
• Employment tax and trust fund recovery, defending business principals against personal liability assessments and employment payroll controversies.
• Probate and non-probate estate settlement, guiding executors through King County probate administration or utilizing non-probate asset transfers.

Transparent Guidance and Accessible Initial Consultations

Gellner Law is committed to transparent legal services, predictable pricing, and ethical advocacy. The firm offers initial legal consultations to examine your estate planning goals or evaluate tax liabilities with the IRS. Clients benefit from a secure digital client portal, responsive staff, and honest advice regarding the most cost-effective legal remedies. Contact the Kent office today to schedule your consultation with an experienced attorney.