Kaitlin DeCrescente

Kaitlin DeCrescente is a partner at Neff Eiken & Neff, P.C., who provides clear, practical legal guidance in oil and gas matters, probate and estate administration, real estate law, estate planning, business law, and municipal law. She works closely with clients to solve title issues, protect property interests, and plan for the future with confidence. Her practice is built on careful analysis, strong communication, and responsive service. She helps individuals, families, businesses, and public entities address legal issues efficiently and with a steady, solutions-focused approach.

Kaitlin earned her B.A. from the University of North Dakota, where she graduated summa cum laude and was named to the Dean’s List. She later earned her J.D. from Washington and Lee University School of Law in Lexington, Virginia. During law school, she served as Senior Articles Editor for the Journal of Energy, Climate, and the Environment in 2015 and 2016. Her education gave her a strong foundation in legal research, writing, analysis, and advocacy across a wide range of practice areas.

Kaitlin has handled many types of matters, with a strong focus on helping mineral owners and other clients resolve oil and gas curative issues in her legal career. She also guides clients through probate and estate administration, helping them manage legal duties and protect family interests. In real estate and business matters, she helps clients review documents, mitigate risk, and advance transactions. As a municipal attorney, she also advises local governments on civil legal matters with care and professionalism.

Kaitlin DeCrescente has numerous clients who value her for her steady judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to practical results. She explains legal issues directly and understandably, helping clients make informed decisions at each stage of a matter. Her multi-state licensure in North Dakota, Montana, and Texas allows her to assist clients with interests that cross state lines. Whether addressing complex property concerns or long-term planning needs, she remains focused on protecting client rights and delivering dependable legal support.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Neff Law, P.C.
• Member, North Dakota Bar Association
• Member, Montana Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of Texas

Licensed State

• North Dakota
• Montana
• Texas

Education

• Washington and Lee University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of North Dakota
  Bachelor of Arts, Honors: Summa Cum Laude

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