Bay Legal, PC, a prominent law firm based in Palo Alto, California, has announced that four of its attorneys have been named to the prestigious 2026 Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Stars list. The honorees include Managing Attorney Jayson R. Elliott, along with attorneys Sivendra Ganesh Maraj, Kelsey J. Ibarrola, and Clarence Olson. This recognition is awarded to no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in the region, highlighting exceptional legal talent and peer recognition.
The Super Lawyers Rising Stars distinction not only celebrates individual achievements but also underscores the collective strength of Bay Legal’s integrated legal services. The firm specializes in various areas, including estate planning, real estate law, construction disputes, and asset protection, serving a diverse clientele that includes entrepreneurs, investors, and families across California.
Comprehensive Legal Services and Strategic Approach
Bay Legal operates with a proactive stance on legal strategy, emphasizing the importance of preemptive planning over reactive measures. The firm’s practice encompasses estate planning, probate and trust administration, real estate law, and construction disputes. These areas are interlinked within a framework designed to provide comprehensive asset protection.
Jayson R. Elliott leads the firm’s strategic direction, focusing on complex estate planning and construction disputes. His efforts are dedicated to creating legal frameworks that safeguard businesses, real estate portfolios, and family wealth across generations.
In his role, Sivendra Ganesh Maraj provides guidance through estate planning and probate processes, assisting families with trust administration and estate settlement. He also supports clients during significant life transitions, ensuring that their family stability and asset protection strategies are effectively aligned.
Meanwhile, Kelsey J. Ibarrola specializes in real estate and construction law. She represents clients in transactional and dispute contexts, dealing with construction conflicts, contract disputes, and legal matters that affect property owners and developers.
Clarence Olson focuses on landlord-tenant law and construction disputes, helping property owners navigate the complexities of California’s regulatory framework. His work ensures that asset protection extends beyond planning into active defense, a crucial component in today’s legal landscape.
Integrated Legal Platform for Asset Protection
Bay Legal distinguishes itself by structuring its services around five interconnected pillars: Asset Architecture, Asset Operations, Dispute Protection, Mobilization, and Tax Optimization. This integrated model allows the firm to design protective legal frameworks while coordinating ongoing transactions and ensuring effective dispute resolution.
The firm’s estate planning practice includes creating revocable and irrevocable trusts, advanced asset protection strategies, and business succession plans tailored to meet the needs of entrepreneurs and investors. Their probate services prioritize efficiency and clarity, assisting executors and trustees with court proceedings and asset distribution.
Real estate remains a central focus for the firm, as Bay Legal represents clients in litigation and construction disputes, addressing issues such as defective construction claims and contractual disagreements. Their landlord-tenant representation helps property owners manage lease enforcement and conflict resolution effectively.
In addition to these services, Bay Legal also assists clients with family transitions, offering support in uncontested divorce matters and prenuptial agreements. These services are integrated with estate planning and asset structuring strategies to maintain long-term stability for families.
Reflecting on the firm’s recognition, Jayson R. Elliott stated, “This acknowledgment reinforces our commitment to structured legal design and disciplined execution. We believe clients deserve more than isolated legal services; they deserve an integrated system built to protect, operate, and defend their assets across every stage of growth.”
As Bay Legal continues to expand its operations, the firm remains committed to delivering proactive legal architecture and decisive dispute resolution for its clients throughout Northern California and beyond.
For more information about Bay Legal, PC, and its services, visit their website at baylegal.com.
