Karine Wegrzynowicz

About Karine Wegrzynowicz, Esq.

Founder & Principal Attorney — Law Office of Karine Wegrzynowicz, Esq PC
Santa Barbara Estate Planning Attorney | California Business Lawyer | Probate Counsel

Karine Wegrzynowicz is the founder and principal attorney of the Law Office of Karine Wegrzynowicz, a boutique women owned law firm based in Santa Barbara, California. Her practice focuses on estate planning, probate, and transactional business law, providing tailored legal counsel to help families and business owners protect their assets, minimize risk, and plan confidently for the future.

With a deep commitment to protecting families and empowering entrepreneurs, Karine delivers proactive, strategic legal solutions designed to prevent costly surprises and create lasting security. She believes that effective planning is not just about documents — it’s about clarity, communication, and peace of mind.

Estate Planning & Probate Experience

As a seasoned Santa Barbara estate planning attorney, Karine helps individuals and families design customized estate plans that reflect their values and priorities. Her work includes wills, trusts, special needs planning, charitable giving, and legacy preservation. She guides clients through every stage of the planning process, ensuring assets are protected, taxes are minimized, and loved ones are provided for.

When families face the loss of a loved one, Karine also provides compassionate guidance in probate and trust administration matters. She helps executors, trustees, and beneficiaries navigate California’s procedural requirements with efficiency and care — simplifying complex processes while protecting clients from unnecessary liability.

Business Law & Succession Planning

As an experienced California business lawyer, Karine works with entrepreneurs, startups, and closely held companies to support their growth and success. Her firm handles business formation, contract drafting and negotiation, corporate governance, and succession planning. Drawing on her background in both corporate and small-business environments, she provides practical, forward-thinking advice that bridges the gap between legal compliance and real-world operations.

Karine’s approach emphasizes prevention over reaction — identifying potential risks early and structuring solutions that keep businesses running smoothly. Whether guiding a new company through entity selection or helping a family business prepare for generational transition, she acts as a strategic partner invested in her clients’ long-term success.

Leadership, Teaching & Community Engagement

Before founding her firm, Karine gained valuable experience in Fortune 50 corporate environments, where she learned the importance of precision, collaboration, and strategic foresight. Today, she integrates that insight into her boutique practice, offering clients the sophisticated counsel of a large firm with the accessibility and personal attention of a local advisor.

Beyond her law practice, Karine is deeply involved in the Santa Barbara legal and business community. She serves on the Board of Directors for Santa Barbara Women Lawyers and the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), advocating for professional growth and equitable opportunities. She also shares her expertise as an Adjunct Professor at the Santa Barbara & Ventura Colleges of Law, teaching Community Property and mentoring the next generation of attorneys.

A Trusted Legal Partner in Santa Barbara

Karine’s clients value her insight, responsiveness, and ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable strategies. Whether planning your estate, administering a trust, or navigating a key business transaction, she provides the dependable, personalized counsel you need to move forward with confidence.

Contact the Law Office of Karine Wegrzynowicz today to schedule a consultation with a trusted Santa Barbara estate planning and business attorney dedicated to protecting what matters most.