Reviews

I have been so blessed to have been referred to Ellen. Not only has she handled very delicate family matters in a prompt and professional manner, she has such a friendly kind personality I always feel like I'm talking to a close family member. I give my highest recommendation! I am well taken care of!

Ms. Farewell and her firm provided professional and caring legal assistance at a time when my family required immediate expert help. My mother suffered a life-threatening medical emergency in the midst of the COVID crisis, and my father - in his 90’s - was unable to make the required medical and financial decisions. With the able assistance of Ms. Farewell’s firm, we quickly created and executed needed Power of Attorney and Advance Medical Directive documents, which allowed me to ensure appropriate care for both my parents. Ultimately, again with the guidance of the Farewell firm, we were able to sell my parents’ home and move them to an assisted living facility near my home in Santa Barbara. They are now in a safe environment and most importantly, together. I relied on the Farewell firm throughout the process of safeguarding my parents and their assets, and will happily use them again for my family’s estate and related legal issues.

Ellen Farewell has helped me in different stages of my life for several years. She helped me with a new will and trust after my divorce. Ellen explained everything and answered all of my questions so I clearly understood. She was always willing to address any concerns. Ellen recently helped our family with another family member's estate . Her knowledge and professionalism were exceptional during a very difficult time.

Ellen was very approachable in a stressful situation. She was clear about the timelines and very communicative. We received good advice in regards to decisions we needed to make in selling our property, and feel we came out of probate in the best possible position for our family.

I was at my wit's end when I found Ellen! I was seeking assistance with rewriting my will, trust and powers of attorney in an unusual situation and under time pressure and Ellen, with her calm demeanor instantly understood everything I needed but also had insights I never even considered. She is current on latest changes in the law, and the timely documents gave me the peace of mind I needed. But more than that, meeting Ellen, a fellow mom, in her office was so comforting and calming. The environment she has created there reflects her personality which instantly put me at ease. As did her sense of humor and insight into human relationships. There is nothing like experience in the business she is in and she has it in spades! Thank you Ellen!

Ellen Farewell has been our family law attorney for over 30 years. She did our will and trust plus addenda as needed over the years. Ellen is particularly good with elderly and sometimes stubborn people - she did wills and trusts for my uncle and my husband's aunt - both in their 80's. She is always available for our questions and to advise us. We definitely would highly recommend Ellen!

Ellen Farewell has helped my family and I in so many ways. In times of crisis Ellen was timely and considerate and full of compassion- taking care of my mother and father’s Estate Planning and now myself -in the roughest times of our lives, and brought forth the best possible results. Her knowledge is exemplary and guided us in the right direction in many situations. We used her skills for all of our Living Trusts as well as her many other estate services. I would recommend her to anyone who is in need of a superb professional Estate- Probate -Living Trust lawyer -with a heart of gold.

Ellen Farewell has been fantastic for my family and I. She responds quickly and is always available. Ellen is priced well and only does what is needed. She does a terrific job and I am happy we have chosen her to do our Trusts.

This was the second time I have hired this attorney to help us with our family trust. This time, we updated the trust and related documents. I was pleased with her service. She provided many opportunities to email her and she ultimately answered all my questions. She provided multiple drafts via email and hard copy. I feel like I am set now for a long while.

I just ended a four year power of attorney situation for a close friend. Ellen Farewell walked me through ever situation that arose and took time to explain everything clearly so I understood what was going on. She is very knowledgeable in her field and was easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend Ellen Farewell to anyone looking for an amazing attorney!