About
Anna Lipton is of counsel at Shjeflo, Riley & Cruz LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning, trust administration, probate, and business matters. She provides clients with careful guidance, addressing legal needs with a practical approach that emphasizes clarity, compliance, and long-term personal and financial protection.
Anna earned her Juris Doctor from Whittier Law School in 1994, following her Bachelor of Arts from California State University, Northridge. Her legal education, combined with decades of practice, enables her to navigate complex estate and business issues and craft solutions that align with each client’s individual goals.
Earlier in her career, Anna practiced civil litigation with an emphasis on construction defect matters, gaining valuable experience in dispute resolution, case evaluation, and strategic negotiation. After a period dedicated to family responsibilities, she returned to the legal field as a research attorney intern for the San Mateo County Probate Court, strengthening her understanding of probate procedure and judicial perspective.
Anna’s current practice includes preparing estate plans, assisting with trust administration, handling probate proceedings, and advising on select business matters. Her work reflects a commitment to professionalism, thorough analysis, and personalized service, ensuring that clients receive clear guidance and reliable support at every stage of the legal process.
Licensed to practice in California since 1994, Anna Lipton remains involved in the legal community through membership in the San Mateo County Bar Association. She continues to apply her extensive background to provide effective representation grounded in careful preparation, practical insight, and a dedication to achieving positive outcomes for individuals and families.
Law Office Affiliations
- Of Counsel, Shjeflo, Riley & Cruz LLP
- Member, The State Bar of California
- Member, San Mateo County Bar Association
Licensed State
- California
Education
- Whittier Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - California State University Northridge
Bachelor of Arts
Awards & Badges


- Business Litigation
- Corporate
- Franchise, Dealership & Partnership
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Mergers And Acquisitions
- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills And Living Wills




