Janelle L. Ariota

Janelle helps individuals and families design and execute comprehensive estate plans, including wills, trusts, and durable powers of attorney, tailored to each client's unique needs. With a focus on multi-generational planning, Janelle works with clients to minimize transfer costs and preserve wealth for younger generations. She also advises trustees and beneficiaries on modifying existing trusts to adapt to changing circumstances and managing litigation risks and resolution strategies. Additionally, Janelle guides families through the legal and practical complexities of estate administration, ensuring a smooth and efficient process during times of transition.

Janelle counsels individuals, families, and tax-exempt organizations on the intersection of philanthropy, estate planning, and non-profit governance. She helps clients form private foundations, public charities, charitable trusts, and other non-profit entities. Janelle partners with organizations across their entire operational lifecycle—from formation and IRS tax-exemption applications to ongoing governance and strategic dissolution. She assists boards of directors with compliance, regulatory matters, structural changes, and wind-down processes, ensuring organizations remain aligned with their missions while meeting legal standards.