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Carolyn M. Farren
RÉSUMÉ
Education
- J.D., Hastings College of the Law, University of California, Berkeley, 1970 with Honors; Member, Hastings Law Journal
- B.A., Economics & English, University of California, Berkeley, 1966
State Certification
- Certified Specialist, State Bar of California, Probate, Estate Planning, Wills and Trust Law
Area of Legal Practice
Carolyn’s practice is devoted exclusively to estate planning, trusts and probate law. She serves a wide range of clientele on everything from simple wills, powers of attorney and healthcare directives to complex estate plans and after-death estate administration.
(For a complete list of Kelley & Farren services and expertise, see Areas of Practice.)
Legal Background
Carolyn joined Greene, Kelley, Tobriner & Farren, the predecessor to Kelley & Farren, in 1983. She is a frequent lecturer on estate planning, wills and trusts for corporations and charitable organizations in northern California.
Carolyn has written and/or edited numerous books and other legal publications, including:
- Author, The Conservatorship Book, Nolo Press
- Editor and author, Elder Abuse – A Guide for Practitioners and Policy Makers, prepared under contract with the State of Oregon
- Editor, two volumes of National Manual on Aging, prepared under contract with the federal government
- Editor and author, Hastings Law Journal, while attending Hastings Law School
Professional Affiliations
- California State Bar Association Section on Estate Planning and Trusts
- Probate Section, Marin County Bar Association
Community Affiliations
Carolyn was on the boards of directors for many years at Hospice of Marin and Audubon Canyon Ranch. She now acts in an advisory capacity for these two and other community organizations as well, including the Marin County Foundation where she serves on the Foundation's Council of Partners. Carolyn has also served as a volunteer for child abuse prevention and drug rehabilitation programs.
Personal
Carolyn is an ardent tennis player and hiker. She has been involved with youth programs and has been a foster parent for at-risk teens for the County of Marin.