With over 29 years of experience as an attorney and counselor, Robin Boren-Coleman Sexton serves as senior vice president and senior wealth planner at one of the nation’s premier providers of wealth management services. She specializes in advising high to ultra-high-net-worth clients on complex financial, tax, and estate planning matters, including transgenerational wealth transfer and business succession planning.
Sexton’s core competencies encompass estate planning, fiduciary services, taxation, trusts, and business exit planning. She provides customized, comprehensive solutions tailored to her client’s unique financial goals, collaborating with internal wealth management specialists and trusted professionals in the tax and legal communities. As a certified exit planning advisor (CEPA), she also helps business owners prepare for succession, ensuring they maximize their enterprise value while securing long-term financial stability.
A Legal and Wealth Planning Career Built on Expertise and Leadership
Sexton’s academic foundation began at American University in Washington, D.C., where she earned a degree in International Studies, equipping her with a global perspective on economic and financial systems. She went on to earn a Juris Doctor from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law, where she was honored with the Outstanding Scholastic Achievement Award. She was also admitted to the State Bar of California.
Early in her career, Sexton served as a judicial staff attorney for the Riverside Superior Courts of California and as judge pro tem. She later founded The Law Office of Robin Boren-Coleman Sexton/Sexton Estate Planning, where she honed her expertise in estate and tax law. Her tenure at prominent law firms further reinforced her ability to navigate complex financial landscapes with strategic foresight and legal precision.
Sexton later transitioned to the corporate sector, joining Wells Fargo as vice president and lead fiduciary advisory specialist, where she developed a holistic approach to wealth planning. Presently, she works with a multidisciplinary team of tax specialists, investment managers, and estate administrators, delivering comprehensive, client-centric solutions that anticipate evolving financial, tax, and regulatory challenges.
An Advocate for Lifelong Learning and Financial Preparedness
Sexton is passionate about educating clients and empowering them to take an active role in their estate and financial planning. She frequently delivers educational seminars, guiding clients through the intricacies of tax law, estate structuring, and legacy preservation.
A lifelong learner, Sexton remains at the forefront of shifting tax policies, legislative changes, and innovative planning strategies. “Acquiring new skills is a constant pursuit,” she emphasizes. “You have to be continuously seeking education, refining what you know, and approaching challenges from new angles.” In addition, Sexton is a speaker for the National Business Institute.
Sexton’s proactive mindset ensures that she is always prepared for industry changes, including potential tax reform. By staying ahead of legislative shifts, she ensures that her clients remain well-positioned for financial security and long-term wealth preservation.
A Personal Commitment to Excellence and Legacy Building
Beyond her professional achievements, Sexton is deeply inspired by her family and personal values. A devoted mother of three daughters, she strives to instill resilience, work ethic, and integrity — values she inherited from her own parents. “My father worked until he was 85, and that level of dedication shaped my approach to both life and career,” she reflects.
As she continues to expand her expertise and impact, Sexton remains committed to helping clients build lasting legacies. With her strategic, client-first approach, she ensures that individuals, families, and business owners are equipped with the knowledge, tools, and planning strategies to achieve their financial aspirations.
Sexton is dedicated to delivering exceptional wealth planning solutions, fostering financial confidence, and ensuring that every client’s legacy endures for generations to come.
