Biography of Jeffrey C. Nickerson
When my special needs son turned 18, I was told; “You need to set up an estate plan with a special needs trust”, so we found an attorney who prepared our plans. Even though I was an experienced attorney, I had no practical understanding of the legalese in our own estate plan & special needs trust. I made a commitment that day to become an estate planning attorney that provides clients an estate plan specifically designed for their unique family situation, but also simple and understandable.
I was raised in Southern California, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Finance & MBA from Cal State University Long Beach. After several years preparing contracts for a major aerospace company, I returned to law school where I served on the law review and obtained a Juris Doctorate from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego. I utilized these skills in aerospace in managing a large contracts organization where responsibilities included contracts, export licensing, software licensing and patent applications.
My wife and I purchased our first home in Murrieta in 1990, where we raised our two sons. In 2010 I left aerospace and launched my law practice in Murrieta. The practice is focused solely on estate planning & administration and special needs trusts.
We are founders of Exceptional Sports, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing recreational sports opportunities to those with special needs. My passion is providing special needs advice & counsel to special needs families.
I am an active member of the Riverside County Bar – Estate Planning Section, Southwest Riverside County Bar Association, Temecula Estate Planning Group, Wealth Counsel and Academy of Special Needs Planners. I am an avid supporter of Special Olympics, Yellowstone Park Foundation and Yosemite Conservancy. I love spending time outdoors and with family & friends.
Meet the Rest of the Team
Cassandra Olsen
Hello! I have been with Nickerson Law, APC since November 2017. As the Senior Paralegal, my main responsibilities are working directly with Jeff Nickerson to ensure the legal work of the office is addressed in a timely manner. I draft, file, update clients, and much more. My passion is Conservatorships and assisting families with the ins and outs of the Conservatorship process.
I graduated with an Associate in Science in Paralegal Studies in 2018. I later earned two additional degrees; an Associate in Arts in Social and Behavioral Sciences in 2019, and then an Associate in Science in Administration of Justice in 2023. I love to learn and attend various educational institutions, with goals to earn additional degrees and/or certificates in the near future.
In the Autumn of 2023, I moved to the PNW and now work remotely for Nickerson Law, APC. In my free time, I love to go hiking and exploring in the multitude of trails that the PNW has to offer. I also enjoy watching movies (mostly crime/thriller/horror movies), spending time with my fiancé and our two dogs, Domino and Kahlua, trying new restaurants, and reading.
Ashley Escobedo
(We have respected her request to not have her picture on our website)
Hello and welcome! My name is Ashley, and I’m the Legal Assistant at Nickerson Law Firm. I’ve been with Nickerson Law since 2022, primarily handling legal work, but I also take on a little bit of everything to help keep things running smoothly. I take great pride in being able to provide the best possible support for both our team and all of our clients. I am also the firm’s Spanish speaker.
Beyond the office, I am all about adventure! I enjoy staying active and embracing new experiences. Whether it’s spending time outdoors, snowboarding in the mountains, or unwinding with family and friends, I value enjoying life’s moments.
I’m grateful to be part of the Nickerson Law Firm team and look forward to working with you!
Kaylee Generoso
Hi, my name is Kaylee, and I am an Administrative Office Assistant here at Nickerson Law. I am passionate about connecting with people, and try to help foster a warm and welcoming environment for our clients from start to finish. I also assist my colleagues with various administrative responsibilities to ensure things run smoothly!
Beyond office hours, I love spending time with my family and friends. I have a wide range of things I enjoy, including serving at church, hiking, snowboarding, pickleball, working out, photography, reading, and I am a big-time coffee enthusiast. I have also been blessed to travel to a few different countries, and am always looking for a new adventure. I look forward to meeting you, and assisting you with your journey here at our firm!
Robert T. Nickerson
If you see my last name, then yes, I am the second son of Jeffrey Nickerson. I’m the social media manager. It’s my duty to ensure that prospective clients and followers of the Nickerson Law Page are reading content. Okay, some of it is educational, but there’s a lot of fun stuff too. Memes, quotes, simple hellos, etc…
I’m also the technology expert. Not quite I.T. material, but if there’s a computer or software issue, I’ll be the first to get on it and fix it.
When I’m not in the office, I produce and host my own podcast called Behind the Bells. I also enjoy going to the movies, reading and going to events with my beautiful wife that I married in December of 2023.
Hannalee Nickerson
(Picture Coming Soon)
Hi! I’m Hannalee Nickerson, the newest member of the law office and of the Nickerson family. I’m one of the office assistants, in which I have various responsibilities. In addition to being a first impression in the front, I also answer phone calls, schedule client appointments, and keep up with the general office assignments.
I was homeschooled where I had a passion for learning. So much so, that just to keep up with my brothers, I acquired my high school diploma at sixteen! I studied ballet and other forms of dance from the age of seven, and later taught dance for over fifteen years. I was involved in the musical theater community, as my family was very musical. In 2020, I became certified as a pharmacy technician. Yes, I love learning as you can see.
When I’m not working, I love traveling with my husband, going to museums, watching the latest British TV shows, reading, and always on the lookout for the best sushi.
What do we do
Estate Planning is What We Do!
Wills – Trusts & More!
We also do Special Needs Planning (our passion), Trust Administration,
Conservatorships and Medi-Cal & VA planning