About
Christine Faulkner is a highly respected estate planning attorney and Partner at Cava & Faulkner, Attorneys and Counselors at Law. With a mission to help families prepare for an uncertain future, Christine focuses on creating personalized estate plans that protect assets, preserve legacies, and provide peace of mind. Her approach blends deep legal knowledge with compassionate guidance, empowering clients to make sound decisions for their loved ones and themselves.
Christine began her distinguished legal career after earning her Juris Doctor from New York Law School in 1990. During her studies, she clerked for the Honorable Justice Karla A. Moskowitz at the Supreme Court of New York, where she gained invaluable insight into judicial reasoning and case analysis. She later served as Corporate Counsel for Kemper Insurance Company before co-founding Cava & Faulkner in 2001. Christine is also a proud member of Wealth Counsel and the Advisors Forum, two esteemed national organizations uniting professionals in estate, tax, and financial planning.
At Cava & Faulkner, Christine provides comprehensive legal services in family protection, wealth preservation, and values-based estate planning. She tailors her counsel to meet the specific goals of married couples, single individuals, and retirees alike. She commends her for simplifying complex legal issues and designing thoughtful strategies that honor family traditions while ensuring future security.
Recognized for her leadership and dedication, Christine Faulkner combines professionalism with genuine care for her community. Her commitment to excellence and client-centered advocacy has made her a trusted advisor throughout Northern California.
Law Office Affiliations
- Partner, Cava & Faulkner, Attorneys & Counselors at Law
- Member, Wealth Counsel & the Advisors Forum
- Member, The State Bar of California
Licensed State
- California
Education
- New York Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - California State University
Bachelor of Arts
Awards & Badges


- Power of Attorney
- Trusts
- Wills And Living Wills
- Health Care