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Karen J. Chilina, Business Attorney in Atascadero, California

Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews

MemberatChilina Law Firm

Atascadero, CA

Practicing business in Atascadero since 2014.

12+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
4 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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Karen J. Chilina is a member based in Atascadero, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Litigation. Karen has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chilina Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Based in
Atascadero, CA
Experience
over 12 years
Known for
Business · Estate Planning · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Litigation matters from Atascadero, CA.
  • Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Karen J. Chilina: Karen J. Chilina is a member based in Atascadero, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Litigation. Karen has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chilina Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Karen J. Chilina

Karen concentrates on business, estate planning, litigation, probate, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Karen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Atascadero, California

Karen takes business matters in Atascadero, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in Atascadero, California

Karen takes estate planning matters in Atascadero, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Atascadero, California

Karen takes litigation matters in Atascadero, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in Atascadero, California

Karen takes probate matters in Atascadero, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Atascadero, California

Karen takes real estate matters in Atascadero, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Karen J. Chilina — Over 12 years of California business experience

Karen J. Chilina is a member based in Atascadero, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Litigation. Karen has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chilina Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Karen Chilina is an attorney for and shareholder of Chilina Law Firm, focusing on estate planning, trust administration, and real property matters. Karen’s estate planning practice is a boutique type practice in that she focuses on each individual client, creating a custom estate plan that matches that particular client’s goals and needs.

Karen’s trust administration practices focuses on working with non-professional trustees to limit or eliminate liability during trust administration along with efficiently managing and ultimately distributing trust assets.

Karen’s real property practice consists of working with individual land owners in the various issues of land ownership such as easements, boundary lines and lot line adjustments, water rights, property transfers, and other land use issues.

Karen earned her Juris Doctorate from Concord Law School in Los Angeles, California, graduating with highest honors. Karen earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminology from Southern Oregon University in Ashland, Oregon in March 1999 and later earned a Paralegal Certificate from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, California. Karen is enthusiastic about the law and enjoys helping her clients through their legal matters by providing high quality legal services and maintaining and encouraging open communication. Prior to her admission to the State Bar of California and joining Chilina Law Firm, Karen owned and operated Chilina Paralegal Services, a contract paralegal business providing litigation, research, and transactional support to local civil law, administrative law, and criminal law attorneys. Karen also worked as a paralegal for a prominent Central Coast law firm before opening Chilina Paralegal Services. This experience gives Karen an adept knowledge of California law and motion and procedure.

Prior to her work as a paralegal, Karen worked in the commercial real estate industry, both in office management and appraisal. Karen enjoys working with local non-profit organizations providing pro bono legal services and serves on the Board of Directors for the Boys & Girls Club of North San Luis Obispo County. Karen and her family live in Atascadero, California where she enjoys hiking, mountain biking, swimming, reading, baking, and spending time in the outdoors with her husband and son.

Working with Karen on a business matter

Karen Chilina is an attorney for and shareholder of Chilina Law Firm, focusing on estate planning, trust administration, and real property matters. Karen’s estate planning practice is a boutique type practice in that she focuses on each individual client, creating a custom estate plan that matches that particular client’s goals and needs. Karen’s trust administration practices focuses on working…

Who Karen represents

Karen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and litigation matters in Atascadero and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Karen J. Chilina's legal education and bar admissions

  • Concord Law School J.D.

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  • Southern Oregon University

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Jurisdictions

Karen's state bar admissions

  • California

    2014 · ACTIVE

Karen studied at — in Concord Law School J.D. and — in Southern Oregon University.

Law school and academic background

Karen completed — in Concord Law School J.D. and — in Southern Oregon University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Karen runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Karen J. Chilina's office in Atascadero

Karen's primary office is at 3524 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA, 93422. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Chilina Law Firm

3524 El Camino Real

Atascadero, CA 93422

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Karen J. Chilina — 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Karen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Atascadero.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Karen J. Chilina — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Karen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Karen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Karen's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Karen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Atascadero, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Karen

Karen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Karen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Karen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Karen J. Chilina

  • How much does it cost to hire Karen for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Karen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Karen offer a free consultation?

    Karen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Karen's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Karen's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in California typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Karen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Karen take my case if I'm outside Atascadero?

    Karen is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Karen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Karen?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Karen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Karen accepting new business clients right now?

    Karen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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