About Michael Louis
Michael Louis Gianelli is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1976. His license is currently in active status. Mr. Gianelli is a partner at Gianelli | Nielsen, a law firm located at 1014 16th Street, Modesto, California. He has been practicing law for over four decades, serving clients throughout the Central Valley region.
Mr. Gianelli earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, graduating in 1976. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at the University of California, Irvine, where he obtained his bachelor's degree. During his time at McGeorge School of Law, he developed a strong foundation in legal principles, which has informed his extensive legal career.
Mr. Gianelli concentrates his practice in the areas of estate planning and probate law. He assists clients with drafting wills, establishing trusts, and navigating the probate process to ensure the orderly distribution of assets. His practice encompasses all stages of estate planning, including initial consultations, document preparation, and representation in probate proceedings. He also provides guidance on business and corporate matters, advising clients on entity formation, governance, and compliance.
Throughout his career, Mr. Gianelli has handled cases in the Superior Court of California for the County of Stanislaus, representing clients in various estate planning and probate matters. He has also appeared before the California Court of Appeal on multiple occasions. Prior to founding his own firm, he worked as an associate at a mid-size litigation firm in Modesto for several years, gaining experience in civil litigation and business law.
Mr. Gianelli is an active member of the Stanislaus County Bar Association and the California State Bar Association. He holds membership in the American Bar Association Section of Real Property, Trust and Estate Law. He is also a certified estate planning specialist through the State Bar of California's Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Gianelli is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing him to serve the diverse communities of the Central Valley effectively.
