Portrait of Tiffany Halimi

Tiffany A. Halimi

Principal, Department Chair

Tiffany Halimi is a leading estates and trusts attorney based in the firm’s Los Angeles office, serving clients throughout California. Tiffany provides a comprehensive range of legal services, including estate planning, trust administration, estate and probate administration, charitable foundation advisement, and estate and trust litigation. Tiffany’s clients include high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses seeking tailored strategies to safeguard and transfer their wealth while achieving tax efficiency and minimizing the potential for family strife.

As a principal attorney, Tiffany guides clients through the complexities of estate planning. She prepares essential documents, including wills, revocable living trusts, and sophisticated wealth transfer instruments—such as irrevocable gift trusts—designed to meet the specific needs of high-net-worth estate plans. Tiffany also advises clients on the administration of trusts and probates, providing clarity and support throughout these often complex processes. Additionally, she counsels closely held business owners on corporate formation, dissolution, and family business succession planning, addressing the unique challenges of maintaining and passing on family enterprises.

Tiffany also leverages her extensive knowledge of trusts and estates to effectively advocate for clients involved in trust and estate litigation. She adeptly navigates complex legal disputes, ensuring her clients’ rights and interests are properly represented while also balancing sensitive family dynamics. Whether addressing will contests, trust disputes, fiduciary litigation, or issues related to the administration of estates, Tiffany is committed to achieving favorable outcomes for her clients. Her comprehensive understanding of both the legal and emotional facets of these cases allows her to provide strategic guidance while advocating with compassion and tenacity.

In addition to her litigation work, Tiffany is involved in the formation and governance of charitable foundations. She provides insight on regulatory compliance, formation, and dissolution, ensuring that these entities adhere to the strict guidelines governing non-profits.  By helping her clients establish lasting philanthropic legacies, she supports their charitable goals within these requirements.

Dedicated to a client-centered approach, Tiffany emphasizes clarity, collaboration, and personalized service. She takes the time to understand each client’s distinct goals and family dynamics, ensuring that their estate plans honor their wishes and values. Known for her approachable demeanor, Tiffany builds strong client relationships, instilling confidence and support throughout the legal process.

With a background in both law and business, Tiffany is well-positioned to advise on complex estate and corporate planning issues. She is a frequent presenter and author on estate planning and trust administration topics, contributing to ongoing discussions in her field and supporting her clients with the latest legal insights.

In addition to her professional commitments, Tiffany engages with her community through volunteer work and leadership roles. She has served as past program chair of the trusts & estates section for the Beverly Hills Bar Association and as a past board member of the Los Angeles Estate Planning Council. Her pro bono efforts have included volunteer work with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, the Veterans Legal Institute, Bet Tzedek’s Wills Clinic, and the Jewish Federation & Bet Tzedek’s Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Program.

Tiffany is licensed to practice in California and admitted to the United States District Court for the Central District of California. She holds a J.D. and an M.B.A. from Pepperdine University, as well as a B.A. from the University of Southern California, providing her with a robust academic background that enhances her ability to handle complex legal matters.

    Education

    • Pepperdine University (J.D.)
    • Pepperdine University (MBA)
    • University of Southern California

    State Bar Admissions

    • California

    Court Admissions

    • United States District Court for the Central District of California

    Professional Affiliations

    • Trusts & Estates Section, Beverly Hills Bar Association, Past Program Chair
    • Los Angeles Estate Planning Council, Past Board Member
    • San Fernando County Bar Association, Member
    • Veterans Legal Institute, Volunteer
    • Bet Tzedek’s Wills Clinic, Volunteer
    • Jewish Federation & Bet Tzedek’s Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Program, Volunteer

    Recognitions

    • Selected to Southern California Rising Stars® for Estate Planning & Probate (2016 - 2023)
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Firm Highlights

  • Blog Posts
    Offit Kurman Represents 1Aardvark in Acquisition by CesiumAstro
    Offit Kurman is pleased to announce its representation of 1Aardvark, LLC, a Virginia-based company specializing in mission software, advanced algorithms, and systems engineering solutions supporting national defense programs, in its acquisition by CesiumAstro Inc., a global leader in advanced space communications and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems. The transaction was announced on August 18, 2026. The acquisition brings together 1Aardvark's deep expertise in mission-critical software and engineering with CesiumAstro's pioneering capabilities in space communications and ISR technologies. According to CesiumAstro, the transaction enhances its ability to deliver autonomous and resilient space systems for demanding operational environments. Offit Kurman advised 1Aardvark throughout the transaction, providing strategic legal counsel on corporate, transactional, and related matters to support the successful completion of the acquisition. Those participating in the engagement included Ryan Alexander, Gary Brackett, Robin Gilden, Pavan Mehrotra, Jim Arico, Debbie Petito, and Scott Tippett. “This transaction represents a significant milestone for 1Aardvark and our team. We are deeply grateful to Ryan Alexander and the professionals at Offit Kurman for their outstanding guidance and steadfast support throughout the acquisition process,” said Ryan Kenward, President of 1Aardvark.  “Their insight, judgment, and dedication to achieving our objectives played a critical role in bringing this transaction to a successful close. We thank them for being trusted advisors every step of the way.” The acquisition underscores continued investment and consolidation within the aerospace, defense technology, and national security sectors, where software-driven capabilities and resilient space infrastructure remain increasingly important. About 1Aardvark 1Aardvark is a Virginia-based engineering and technology company specializing in mission software, algorithms, and systems engineering solutions supporting national defense missions.
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    AIA Tri-State Conference
    Princeton will serve as the backdrop for three days of connection, learning, and design leadership. From keynotes to tours to the Tri-State Design Awards, this year’s conference is designed to go far beyond education sessions. Kick off the week with pre-conference intensives and individual state component Design Award celebrations, followed by three days of education, inspiration, networking, and design excellence at the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference—featuring pre-conference intensives, three keynote speakers, 25 education sessions, curated tours, an expo, spec academies, and the AIA Tri-State Design Awards—bringing together architects and design professionals from New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania to connect, learn, and celebrate the best of the profession. G2. Designing Secure Practices: Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Contractual Provisions, and Insurance Risks for Architects (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) Architects and design professionals increasingly rely on cloud platforms, BIM software, and digital tools to manage sensitive data, creating cybersecurity and privacy risks. A single incident can trigger liability claims, regulatory obligations, reputational harm, and insurance challenges. Yet many firms underestimate how contracts, insurance, and internal practices intersect during a breach. This program offers legal and insurance perspectives on cyber risk in architecture, examining liability exposure, risky contract provisions, and mitigation strategies. A cyber insurance expert will explain policy responses, coverage gaps, coordination with professional liability, and best practices for aligning insurance with contractual risk and protecting firms from evolving cyber threats. Learning Objectives: Identify key cybersecurity and data privacy risks faced by architecture firms and explain how these risks can impact professional liability and project outcomes. Analyze common contractual provisions to determine which clauses may increase exposure to cyber incidents and propose strategies to mitigate these risks. Evaluate the scope and limitations of cyber insurance policies, including coordination with professional liability coverage, to determine how a policy would respond in a breach scenario. Develop actionable risk management strategies by integrating legal, contractual, and insurance considerations to protect sensitive client and project data.