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At a Glance
Christine practices in the areas of estate planning, probate administration and trust administration.
Before joining BB&K, Christine was with Walsh Law Firm, A.P.C.
Christine is a member of San Diego County Bar Association’s Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law and Business & Corporate Law Sections
Best Best & Krieger Of Counsel Christine M. Chacon practices in the areas of probate and trust administration, and estate planning. She has extensive estate planning experience in the areas of trusts, wills, powers of attorney and health care directives. Christine represents individuals at every phase of life, including trustees, professional fiduciaries, beneficiaries and families. She is approachable and forward-thinking in her practice, always working to provide guidance that aligns with today’s high-tech, fast-paced society.
In her role, Christine enjoys being a resource and voice of reason for clients in times that can be difficult and overwhelming. Her clients range from young families to established adults and represent a variety of industries, demographics and financial standings. She takes a personal and empathetic approach to every client matter, with the client’s wellbeing and perspective always at the forefront.
Before joining BB&K, Christine was with Walsh Law Firm, A.P.C. Having practiced law for over a decade, she first became interested in the legal field while working for the workforce management company Kronos, Inc. Christine enjoyed and excelled at the transactional work, and decided to attend law school; thereafter she has worked exclusively in the area of trusts and estates. Her range of business and legal experience has provided her with the insight to plan effectively for her clients and apply a personal understanding of their needs. She is also a recognized thought leader in her field, and contributes to Probate Attorneys of San Diego, Probate Handbook, “Wills” chapter annually.
Christine is a California native who enjoys spending time with her family, the outdoors and travel.
Education
- University of San Diego, School of Law, J.D.
- University of California, Irvine, B.A.
Admissions
- California
Honors/Awards
Memberships
- San Diego County Bar Association, Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law and Business & Corporate Law Sections
- California Lawyers Association Trusts and Estates Section
- Probate Attorneys of San Diego
- KPBS Planned Giving Committee
- Vista Chamber of Commerce
- Boys & Girls Club of Vista Foundation, Trustee
Authored Articles & Publications Aug 06, 2020
Preparing Business for the Unexpected During COVID-19 Pandemic
BB&K Attorneys Christine Chacon and Monica Rosas Write About What Business Owners Should Do in the San Diego Daily Transcript
- “Converting Existing Entity to LLC,” chapter update co-author for Continuing Education of the Bar publication, “Selecting and Forming Business Entities,” 2011-2016
