PASADENA, CA – Lagerlof, LLP is pleased to announce that Dena L. Klotz has been named Partner.
Dena is a member of the firm’s Private Client Group and advises individuals, families, family offices, and closely held business owners on wealth planning, trust and estate matters, real estate, and long-term asset protection strategies. Her practice includes both foundational and sophisticated estate planning, as well as trust administration and guidance through significant life and financial transitions.
“Dena’s appointment reflects the depth of her experience and the care she brings to every client relationship,” said Managing Partner Joshua Driskell. “She combines technical knowledge with a thoughtful, measured approach that is invaluable in the private client space. We are proud to recognize her continued leadership within the firm.”
Dena brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her work, shaped by her background in law, real estate, and family therapy. She earned her B.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles and her Juris Doctor from Pepperdine University School of Law, and has been a member of the State Bar of California since 1994. She previously worked as a licensed realtor in the San Fernando Valley and later earned a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Phillips Graduate University, practicing as a therapist with a focus on conflict resolution within families and couples.
Her unique professional path informs her ability to counsel clients through complex personal, financial, and intergenerational matters with clarity and sensitivity.
“I am honored to be named Partner at Lagerlof,” Dena said. “It is a privilege to serve our clients and to work alongside such a dedicated and collaborative team.”