Cheyenne A. VanKirk
About Cheyenne A. VanKirk
Cheyenne VanKirk is an experienced estate planning and administration attorney with a deep understanding of complex estate and tax laws. She is committed to crafting comprehensive estate plans that not only reflect her clients’ personal wishes but also optimize financial benefits by navigating the intricate nuances of tax regulations.
What sets Cheyenne apart is her focus on the human element of estate planning. She believes that the most effective plans are those built on a foundation of personal connection. By listening to her clients’ stories, understanding their family dynamics, and recognizing their unique needs, she ensures that every plan is customized to truly reflect her clients’ lives and values. Her approach combines empathy with strategic foresight, with an aim to minimize tax burdens, preserve wealth for future generations, and guarantee you feel supported and heard through the entire process.
For Cheyenne, estate planning is not just a legal task—it’s a personal mission to help people protect their legacies and ensure peace of mind for their loved ones.
In addition to her expertise in drafting wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents, Cheyenne excels in managing the legal complexities of estate administration. She has a deep knowledge of estate and tax laws and skillfully guides families through the probate process or trust administration, ensuring that all details are handled with precision and care.
Cheyenne lives in Denver, Colorado with her husband, James, a former submarine officer in the United States Navy. A voracious reader and passionate world traveler, she loves exploring new cultures and broadening her perspectives.
Professional Background
Brown & Streza, LLP, Irvine, California
Attorney, 2024 – Present
Berliner Cohen, LLP, San Jose, California
Associate Attorney, 2022 – 2024
McNamee Hosea, P.A., Annapolis, Maryland
Associate Attorney, 2021 – 2022
Sims & Campbell, Annapolis, Maryland
Associate Attorney, 2020 – 2021
Gray Legal, P.C., Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Law Clerk, J.D., 2010 – 2020
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, Seattle, Washington
Legal Blogger, 2017-2019
Juris Doctor, Seattle University School of Law, Seattle, Washington, 2019
Bachelor of Arts, Art History, University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada, 2014
Licensed to practice in California and Maryland
Publications
Domestic Asset Protection Trusts: Ushering in the Klabacka Era, 42 SEATTLE U. L. REV. 1559 (2019)