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Board-certified tax professional specializing in federal and California tax law. I handle individual and business tax planning, employment tax matters, and international tax compliance. Experienced in resolving complex disputes including audits, appeals, and litigation. I offer targeted, proactive solutions to achieve optimal tax outcomes. Contact me for a complimentary 30-minute consultation.
Practice Area
- Tax Law
- Business Taxes, Criminal Tax Litigation, Estate Tax Planning, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits, Tax Planning
Fees
- Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- California
- State Bar of California
- ID Number: 239638
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Languages
- English
Education
- Golden Gate University School of Law
- LL.M. (2008) | Taxation
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- University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- J.D. (2005)
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- University of California - Berkeley
- B.A. (1996) | English Literature
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Awards
- Life Fellow
- American Bar Foundation
- Super Lawyer, Tax Law, Northern California
- Super Lawyers
Professional Associations
- California State Bar # 239638
- Member
- - Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Speaking Engagements
- Tax Bootcamp, California Lawyers Association Taxation Section Annual Meeting, San Diego
- California Lawyers Association
- Update on International Tax Compliance, California Lawyers Association Annual Conference, Monterey, California
- California Lawyers Association
- Ethical and Professional Responsibilities in Maintaining a Tax Practice, California Young Tax Lawyers Sixth Annual Conference, San Francisco, California
- California Lawyers Association Taxation Section
Certifications
- Certified Specialist Taxation Law
- California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
Websites & Blogs
- Website
- Galek Tax Law
Board Certified Attorney
Legal Answers
1 Questions Answered
- Q. Will adding me to my brother's home title trigger a gift tax?
- A: Yes, being added you to your brother's home title will likely trigger a gift tax for your brother, as it constitutes a transfer of property interest. The value of the gift will be based on the fair market value of the 50% interest in the property. If the value exceeds the annual exclusion amount, your brother will need to file a gift tax return, although he may not owe any gift tax if his total taxable gifts remain below the lifetime exemption amount.
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