About The Law Offices of Christenson and Allex, LLC

ATTORNEY BIOGRAPHIES

Attorney Iris M. Christenson is an Estate Planning and Elder Law attorney who believes that “hoping for the best” in estate planning and business planning can lead to unintended consequences. She prefers to empower individuals, families, small businesses, and nonprofits to attain and maintain financial security while creating a positive legacy.

Prior to graduating cum laude from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 1990, Iris was an occupational therapist. She worked with elderly and disabled individuals in nursing homes, and it’s no surprise that she would move from one compassionate profession to another to help people achieve a secure future and peace of mind.

She is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the State Bar Elder Law Section, and is an adjunct estate planning faculty member at the University of Wisconsin Law School.

Iris received the 2009 Woman of Distinction Award in recognition of her 30+ years of volunteer service in this community.

Attorney Johanna J. Allex focuses on estate planning, small businesses planning, and nonprofits. She helps individuals, families, and small businesses to attain financial security and create a positive legacy for themselves and their communities. The ability to help people create the future they have in mind motivates Johanna. She feels that something as important as your legacy should not be left to chance.

She received her B.S., M.M. and J.D. degrees from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and is also a Certified Public Accountant.

Johanna is on the board of directors for Natural Heritage Land Trust, Inc., a local land trust that conserves land in South Central Wisconsin. She is a member of the American Bar Association (Real Property and Probate sections), the Wisconsin State Bar, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the National Planned Giving Council.

She is also currently an adjunct estate planning faculty member at the University of Wisconsin Law School.

CHRISTENSON AND ALLEX STAFF

Paralegal Forrest Fuller has been with the office since April of 2005. Forrest graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point with a BS in Political Science. In addition, Forrest completed the Paralegal Post Baccalaureate Certificate program at MATC.

Legal Assistant Kristin Liddell has been with the office since May of 2007. She earned her BA in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Stout in 2003. Since graduation, she gained experience in real estate working with a mortgage company and gained experience working with health insurance policies while working at a foot and ankle clinic. Kristin appreciates the opportunity this law office presents her with; that is to work with the attorneys in helping families, individuals and organizations achieve their goals.

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CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Johanna and Iris want their clients to be at ease and prefer being called by their first names.

The office has a relaxed atmosphere and soft warm colors and is conveniently located in Fitchburg, Wisconsin.

Street parking is available. The office is handicap accessible and has a ramp at the entrance. Home appointments can be arranged for elderly or disabled clients.

Clients are offered a variety of flexible payment options, assuring that there are
no surprises on fee arrangements. Visa
and MasterCard are accepted.

Iris, Johanna, and the staff at Christenson and Allex, LLC form a team with their clients to plan for the future. Depending on a client’s needs, the team could also include an investment advisor, accountant, insurance agent, or real estate agent.