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Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP

Updated 2026-08-02 · 1,354 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 112 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(112) 90 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Wills & TrustsProbate & Estate AdministrationElder Law & Medicaid PlanningSpecial Needs PlanningBusiness Succession PlanningEstate & Trust LitigationEstate Planning Attorney
Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP
Services
Wills & Trusts, Probate & Estate Administration, Elder Law & Medicaid Planning
Reviews
112

What recent reviews say

Perry Coumas, Cyndy Fenninger, and the team turn difficult conversations about death and legacy into moments of clarity. They listen carefully, translate legal complexity into plain English, and follow through with patience through probate and trust administration. Reviewers name Valencia Ogletree's warmth at the front desk, Cyndy's 30 years of estate experience, and Tony's calm counsel across generations-families return to them for updates and peace of mind.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable attorneys
  • compassionate guidance during grief
  • welcoming staff
  • thorough explanations
  • long-term client relationships
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Best for: Families needing patient counsel through probate or updating multi-generational estate plans.

Strengths

  • Cyndy Fenninger's 30 years of estate experience
  • Named attorneys (Perry Coumas, Tony, Cyndy Fenninger) recognized by name across reviews
  • Valencia Ogletree's consistent welcome
  • Willing to refer clients elsewhere when not the right fit

Worth knowing

  • Cyndy Fenninger: 30 years of estate planning experience; served same client family across two generations
  • Perry Coumas: praised for handling complex probate and fiduciary litigation
  • Valencia Ogletree: receptionist/front office noted for welcoming clients and referrals
  • LaWanda: follow-up support staff mentioned
  • Services include Advanced Health Care Directives, Revocable Trusts, entity formation
  • Firm willing to refer clients to other attorneys when case is outside their practice area

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.65 average across the 91 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 84% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 95
Review volume 89
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

What are your hours?
The business publishes opening hours seven days a week; contact them directly for specific times.
Does Cyndy Fenninger handle ongoing updates to estate plans?
Multiple reviewers mention returning over years for updates, suggesting long-term client relationships are supported.
Will you refer me elsewhere if my case is outside your practice area?
Yes. Valencia Ogletree is noted in a review for referring a client to a better-fit firm, then following up to hear how it went.

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Last updated 2026-08-02