Meet Jennifer Shelton – Experienced Siskiyou County Attorney
Jennifer Shelton is an estate planning and probate lawyer dedicated to helping individuals and families across Siskiyou County protect what matters most. Known for her straightforward communication style, Jennifer takes the time to explain every option in plain language so her clients can make decisions with confidence.
Guidance rooted in clarity and care
Commitment to Clients
Clear, practical, and client-centered
From the beginning of her career, Jennifer has been committed to giving clients peace of mind through comprehensive legal services. She believes legal counsel should never feel overwhelming or filled with jargon. Instead, she focuses on making sure every client fully understands their estate plan, probate responsibilities, or business decisions before moving forward.
Background & Experience
Nearly a decade of practice
With nearly a decade of legal experience, Jennifer brings depth, care, and perspective to every matter she handles.
After earning her law degree and gaining early experience in estate and business law, Jennifer established Jennifer Shelton, A Professional Law Corporation, to serve individuals and families throughout Northern California. Her practice focuses exclusively on estate planning, trust administration, probate, real estate, and business formation—areas where she finds the most fulfillment and makes the greatest impact.
Before becoming an attorney, Jennifer spent more than a decade working with the Siskiyou County Superior Court as a clerk. This foundation gave her an inside understanding of court processes and practical insight into how legal matters unfold behind the scenes. Today, she draws on that experience to provide clients with informed guidance, efficient solutions, and confidence in navigating complex legal decisions.
Our Experience
A Track Record of Service
Jennifer has assisted hundreds of clients in drafting wills, creating trusts, navigating probate proceedings, building businesses and transferring real estate. As a sole practitioner supported by a skilled legal document assistant, she provides the personal attention of a small practice while offering the knowledge and professionalism of a seasoned attorney.
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Your Trusted Advisor in Estate & Business Matters
Clients come to Jennifer not just for legal documents, but for guidance and reassurance during major life transitions. Her practice is built around the needs of rural communities, where personal relationships and clear explanations matter most.
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Firm Values That Guide Every Case
Integrity, clarity, community focus, and education form the foundation of Jennifer Shelton, Professional Law Corporation. Jennifer never wants a client to leave her office without full confidence in their decisions.
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Outside the Office
Jennifer lives in Weed, California, and values the strong sense of community that comes with rural life. When not working, she enjoys time outdoors and sailing—her boat is kept in Crescent City harbor, a reminder of her connection to the broader Northern California region.
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Where We Serve
Based in Yreka, Jennifer provides services primarily across Siskiyou County, including Yreka, Mount Shasta, McCloud, Dunsmuir, Weed, Dorris and Happy Camp. She also assists clients in Del Norte and Trinity Counties, and offers remote consultations for any of her services throughout California, excluding Los Angeles.
Questions Answered
Working With Jennifer Shelton, A Professional Law Corporation
What areas do you serve?
Jennifer Shelton, A Professional Law Corporation primarily serves Yreka and the broader Siskiyou County region but welcomes clients across California, except Los Angeles. Remote consultations are available.
Does Jennifer go to court for clients?
Jennifer handles probate matters in court but does not take on adversarial litigation or family law cases. Those inquiries are referred to trusted colleagues.