Christina M. Wickers Herman

California Estate Planning & Trust Litigation Attorney Protecting Families, Defending Legacies, and Resolving Inheritance Disputes. Christina M. Wickers Herman is a Managing Partner at Wickers, Wickers & Admans, LLP, where her practice focuses on California trust and estate litigation, contested probate matters, and high-conflict fiduciary disputes, with an emphasis on resolving complex inheritance and family wealth conflicts as well as Estate Planning to avoid some of the conflicts that may arise. Mrs. Wickers Herman, as lead litigation counsel, regularly represents trustees, beneficiaries, heirs, and fiduciaries in disputes involving trust administration, breach of fiduciary duty, undue influence, elder financial abuse, contested accountings, and interpretation of trust instruments. She is retained in matters involving blended families, closely held businesses, and estate assets. In addition to litigation, Mrs. Wickers Herman advises clients on strategic estate planning designed to minimize future disputes, drawing on her litigation experience to proactively address risk factors that often lead to trust and probate conflicts, requiring careful consideration of both legal and interpersonal issues. As Managing Partner and lead litigation counsel, Mrs. Wickers Herman maintains primary responsibility for litigation strategy, client advisement, and case resolution, and is regularly consulted on matters requiring probate counsel. She is known for her ability to assess risks, develop efficient litigation strategies, and guide cases toward resolution while remaining fully prepared to proceed to trial when necessary. In addition to litigation, Mrs. Wickers Herman advises clients on estate planning with a focus on dispute avoidance, drawing on her litigation background to design plans that withstand scrutiny and reduce the likelihood of future conflicts. Mrs. Wickers Herman is known for her practical, results-driven approach, guiding clients through emotionally charged disputes while working toward efficient resolution through motion practice, mediation, settlement, or trial when necessary. She has successfully handled matters at mediation at trial and regularly appears in Los Angeles County probate courts. Mrs. Wickers Herman has been recognized by her peers through selection to Super Lawyers Rising Stars. She has been licensed to practice law in California since 2012. Mrs. Wickers Herman is also actively involved in legal education and community service. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Christina M. Wickers Herman included in a Super Lawyers® list Other Sources of Feedback About Christina M. Wickers Herman Included on the 2022Southern California Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2020 Southern California Super Lawyers list

• Managing Partner

• California State Courts and Courts of Appeal, 2012
• U.S. District Court Central District of California, 2013
• California, 2012

• Western States Bar Association, 2008 - 2011 (1L and 2L Student Representative)
• Western State Law Review, 2009 - 2010 (Student Writer)
• Western State Law Review, 2011 - 2012 (Board of Directors)
• Western State Negotiation Team, 2012 - 2013 (Coach)
• American Collegiate’s Moot Court Association, 2013 - Present (Judge of Regional Moot Court Competition)
• American Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Mock Trial Competition, 2013 - Present (Judge)
• LA Lawyers Philharmonic & Legal Voices, 2013 - 2014 (Choir Member)
• Los Angeles County Bar Association, 2012 - Present (Member)
• South Bay Bar Association (LA), 2012 - Present (Member)
• Western State Law Review, 2010 - 2011 (Symposium Editor)