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Sibylle Grebe
Conover & Grebe, LLP
3424 W Carson St
Suite 320
Torrance, CA 90503
Phone: (310) 542-9888 | Fax: (310) 542-1588
Providing Professional and Compassionate Service
Legal Topic
Wills, Trusts & Estates
Preferred New Clients
There really is no ideal client, every client has his or her own strengths and weaknesses. I pride myself on my ability to accommodate each specific situation.
Sub-Categories
Estate Planning
- Drafting Trusts
- Drafting Wills
- Estate Administration
- Estate Planning
- Living Trusts
- Living Wills
- Probate
Bar Admissions
CA, Jul 1989
Bar Number: 141553
Other Court Admissions
California State Courts, U.S. Supreme Court
Association Memberships
Los Angeles County Bar, State Bar of California, American Bar Association, Beverly Hills Bar Association, South Bay Bar Association
Continuing Education
I teach and attend continuing legal education seminars primarily on conservatorships, estate planning, probate and trust administration. I always exceed the required amount of continuing education hours
Example Cases
Advise clients from beginning to end in cases in probate, conservatorhips, estate planning, trust administration, elder law and guardianships.
Education
Degree:
Estate Planning Certification of Achievement
School:
Emory University
City:
Atlanta
State:
GA
Year:
1999
Focus and Accomplishments:
Estate Planning
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
California State University, Long Beach
City:
Long Beach
State:
CA
Year:
1984
Focus and Accomplishments:
Economics
Degree:
Doctor of Jurisprudance
School:
Southwestern University School of Law
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1988
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
The firm practices extensively in the fields of probate, conservatorships, estate planning, trust administration, guardianships and elder law.
Attorneys Sibylle Grebe and Duane Conover have nearly 50 years of combined experience in helping people plan for the future, administer probate estates and trusts and get conservators and guardians appointed.
Previous Employment Summary
Associate attorney for approximately 10 years for current partner Duane Conover at Conover and Associates.
Activities and Awards
Participate in the Guardianship Volunteer Project of the Los Angeles Superior Court and the Mock Interview Program for Southwestern University School of Law. Member and prior president of the Southern California Council of Elder Law Attorneys and member and prior chair person for L.A. County Bar Association Elder Law Committee. Board member of South Bay Bar Association, committee member of L.A. Country Bar Lawyer referral and information service.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I think it's great if clients educate themselves on legal issues prior to retaining and/or speaking to an attorney.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am always willing to review documents prepared by clients, but may advise the client that it may be more cost-effective for the attorney to prepare documents depending on the matter.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
My willingness to coach clients totally depends on the circumstances presented in simple cases where limited representation is appropriate. I may be willing to coach a client, however, I would not feel comfortable coaching a client to go to court, for example, when it would be expected by the judge and interested parties that I appear on my client's behalf. I would not want an undesirable outcome to occur due to my lack of presence.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
As a paralegal, I was fascinated by the law and I love working with people. I felt I could make a difference in people's lives during difficult times.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Prior to becoming an attorney, I worked as a legal assistant and paralegal. I was responsible for caring for my husband's aunt for six years, where I learned fiduciary duties and care facility procedures. I've had many friends and relatives become ill and/or die during my lifetime.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I believed it would give me the opportunity to deal with and help people in need.
What do you like best about your career?
It is very versatile, challenging, and never boring!
Tell us about your law firm:
I have a very knowledgeable staff and clients are well taken care of. I often receive compliments on how caring and responsive my staff is.
What are your strengths and style?
I am very versatile and able to deal with all kinds of people and matters. I greatly value diversity and am compassionate to my clients' challenges.
Personal Interests:
Family and friends, pro bono activities, and educating the public about elder abuse issues.
Office Manager/Assistant
Office Manager/Paralegal: Krista L. Ankeny; Legal Assistant: Jennifer Aguirre
Fax
(310) 542-1588
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
I speak German, Jennifer Aguirre speaks Spanish
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Flat fee may apply to estate plan cases, after consultation.
Hourly Rates
$300
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, no time limit - but review of documents is not included.
Typical Retainer
Dependent on type of case.
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