Older adults who undertake estate planning sometimes feel anxious as they navigate sensitive decisions about their assets, their loved ones, and the legacy they want to leave for future generations. Rianne C. Lu chose a career in estate planning law because she enjoys playing a proactive role in guiding clients through that process. One of the most rewarding parts of her work, she says, is helping people find peace of mind. Since joining Litherland, Kennedy & Associates in March 2025, … [Read more...] about Heart and Foresight: Meet Associate Attorney Rianne Lu
Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Named Best in Silicon Valley for Second Consecutive Year
Litherland, Kennedy & Associates is proud to announce that the firm has been named 2026 Best in Silicon Valley by Mercury News readers for the second year in a row, receiving top recognition in both the Law Office and Attorney categories. This honor is especially meaningful because it is based on votes from members of the local community. Being recognized again reflects the trust our clients place in us and reaffirms our commitment to providing thoughtful, compassionate, and high-quality … [Read more...] about Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Named Best in Silicon Valley for Second Consecutive Year
Stepping Forward: New Tools and Training to Better Serve Our Clients and Community
Litherland, Kennedy & Associates attended the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys’ Fall Summit in San Diego, California, from October 16–19, 2025. The Summit brought together leading estate planning attorneys from across the country to explore emerging legal trends, elevate practice management, and share innovative strategies for delivering exceptional client care. This year’s theme, “Reflect. Refuel. Reimagine.”, encouraged attendees to pause and evaluate current practices, … [Read more...] about Stepping Forward: New Tools and Training to Better Serve Our Clients and Community
Attorney Justin M. Kennedy Selected as 2025 Super Lawyer
We are proud to announce that Attorney Justin M. Kennedy has been selected to the 2025 California Super Lawyers list. This is the second year in a row that Justin has been rated as a Super Lawyer. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer … [Read more...] about Attorney Justin M. Kennedy Selected as 2025 Super Lawyer
Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Voice Cloning Tools and Scam Prevention (VIDEO)
In this vlog, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Attorney Justin M. Kennedy discusses the latest news on artificial intelligence-enabled voice cloning tools, how scammers are using this technology to defraud victims of billions of dollars, and an easy step you can implement to protect yourself from the latest scams. Transcript: Hello, I'm attorney Justin M. Kennedy with Litherland, Kennedy and Associates, a California estate planning and elder care law firm. In 2023 I provided a … [Read more...] about Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Voice Cloning Tools and Scam Prevention (VIDEO)
Litherland, Kennedy & Associates – A Half-Century Strong (VIDEO)
In this Vlog, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Attorney and President celebrates the major milestone of the firm providing 50 years of service to our community. Transcript: Hello, I'm attorney Justin M. Kennedy. This year, I am honored to celebrate a major milestone with our team at Litherland, Kennedy & Associates: 50 years of service to our community. Our office was founded in 1975 with the goal of providing quality legal services and education in the Bay Area. Our … [Read more...] about Litherland, Kennedy & Associates – A Half-Century Strong (VIDEO)
Attorney Justin M. Kennedy Selected as 2024 Super Lawyer
We are proud to announce that Attorney Justin M. Kennedy has been selected to the 2024 California Super Lawyers list. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections include a statewide … [Read more...] about Attorney Justin M. Kennedy Selected as 2024 Super Lawyer
Team Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Volunteer Day at Martha’s Kitchen (VIDEO)
On August 30, 2023, the Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Team volunteered at Martha’s Kitchen, whose mission is to provide nearly 250,000 meals monthly. We are thankful for Martha's Kitchen's commitment to upholding the right of access to nutritious food in our community. To learn more about Martha’s Kitchen, visit www.marthas-kitchen.org. … [Read more...] about Team Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Volunteer Day at Martha’s Kitchen (VIDEO)
