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Sean M Golding
Irvine, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
930 Roosevelt Avenue
Irvine, CA 92620
Tax
University of Denver
Golding & Golding: Our firm specializes exclusively in IRS offshore disclosure.
We are the "go-to" firm for other Attorneys, CPAs, Enrolled Agents, Accountants, and Financial Professionals across the globe. Our attorneys have worked with thousands of clients on offshore disclosure matters, including FATCA & FBAR.
Each case is led by a Board-Certified Tax Law Specialist with 20 years of experience, and the entire matter (tax and legal) is handled by our team, in-house.
To learn more, visit us at: https://www.goldinglawyers.com.
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Elizabeth G. Acevedo
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Tax, Business and Estate Planning
State University of New York - Buffalo
Beth Acevedo applies a broad background in estate planning, estate and trust administration and tax law to develop customized, multi-generational estate plans for high net worth individuals and families. Through the careful crafting of trusts, wills, powers of attorney and health care directives, Beth identifies and addresses potential conflicts before they occur while maintaining the clients' interpersonal and wealth transfer goals. Beth's compassionate and detailed approach to estate and trust administration matters brings beneficiaries and fiduciaries peace of mind during what can be an emotionally stressful time.
Beth has an Executive LL.M. in Taxation from New York University. While in law...
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Mitchell Smith
San Diego, CA Tax Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationTax
University of San Diego School of Law and California Western School of Law
With over six years of working in tax law under his belt, Mitchell Smith has represented clients in the U.S. Tax Court where he resolved numerous tax controversies at the audit and appellate levels of the IRS. He has also negotiated favorable settlements of high-dollar-tax deficiencies as well as secured tax-exempt status for new organizations and advised existing exempt organizations.
At Zecca Ross & Smith Law Firm P.C., Mitchell Smith continues to excel in his career. His expertise extends to real estate taxation, federal and state worker classification reviews, foreign bank account disclosures and collection matters including Offers in Compromise and...
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Shawn Spaulding
San Marcos, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationTax
University of San Diego School of Law and Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Tax Attorney Shawn Spaulding has dedicated his professional career to protecting the rights of taxpayers. After spending several tax seasons working in the legal department of the largest tax preparation company in the United States Shawn went on to pursue his LL.M (Master of Laws Degree) in Taxation at the University Of San Diego School Of Law. While completing the advanced tax program Shawn provided tax resolution services to the underserved community through the school’s clinic.
Shawn has accomplished high marks throughout his academic career graduating with honors in both his Bachelors (BSBA) and Juris Doctor (Law Degree) programs. He continued...
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Neil Solarz
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 47 years of experience
Tax, Business and Estate Planning
University of San Francisco School of Law
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Gordon A. Schaller
Irvine, CA Tax Law Lawyer
Tax, Business and Estate Planning
University of Minnesota Law School
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Burton A. Mitchell
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Attorney with 46 years of experience
(310) 203-8080
1900 Avenue of the Stars
7th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Tax, Business and Estate Planning
Taxation New York University School of Law and Georgetown University
I am dedicated to outstanding representation for Tax, Business, and Trusts & Estate Planning law matters. My jurisdictions include the State of California, U.S. Court of Appeals Ninth Circuit, U.S. Court of Federal Claims and the U.S. Tax Court.
A Certified Specialist in Taxation Law, I have extensive experience and expertise providing legal advocacy for a wide range of issues. I am committed to helping clients accomplish their goals efficiently and effectively.
I have been recognized by numerous organizations, including Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell, and Los Angeles times Magazine. Additionally, JMBM has been honored among the 2020 Best Law...
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Alexandra Eaker Perez
San Diego, CA Tax Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Tax, Business and White Collar Crime
University of San Diego School of Law and Texas Tech University School of Law
Tax attorney that gets results.
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Howard S. Borenstein
Upland, CA Tax Law Attorney with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationTax, Estate Planning and Probate
Southwestern Law School
For 35 years, Howard Borenstein has provided trusted legal counsel for clients with Estate Planning, Probate and Tax Law needs. He is dedicated to resolving legal matters for individuals and businesses throughout Southern California.
Demonstrating his knowledge and skill, Howard has been Certified as a Taxation Law Specialist by The State Bar of California. He is committed to finding solutions for legal issues in an efficient and effective manner.
Outside of work, Howard is an active participant in the local community. In addition to working with the San Antonio Community Hospital and Harold W. Harris Foundation Trust, he is involved with the...
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Rebecca Romero-Vigil
San Francisco, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Tax and Estate Planning
Golden Gate University School of Law and Golden Gate University School of Law
Rebecca's undergraduate degree in Social Work carries forward in her caring and passionate attitude toward representing her clients in tax issues, including tax levies, offer in compromise. Her practice includes preparing trust plans (trust, pour over will, health care directive, and power of attorney) for her clients and assisting clients selecting and forming their business entity (S Corp, C Corp, LLC or LLP). Rebecca is determined to get the best result for her client.
Prepare today, for peace of mind in the future.
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Maggie Mouradian
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
Tax, Estate Planning and Health Care
UCLA School of Law
Maggie Mouradian focuses on comprehensive estate and gift tax planning for high net worth individuals and families. Whether drafting basic estate planning documents, such as revocable trusts, wills, powers of attorney and advance health care directives, or resolving complex wealth transfer plans, Maggie pays careful attention to both the legal impact of estate planning documents as well as the practical family impact. As a result of her strong foundation of tax knowledge, Maggie skillfully advises clients with regard to their charitable objectives and has experience in creating and administering private foundations.
Before joining Weinstock Manion, Maggie was an associate in the...
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Eric Ridley
Port Hueneme, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
(805) 244-5291
567 W. Channel Islands Blvd. Ste. 210
Port Hueneme, CA 93041
Free ConsultationTax, Business, Elder and Estate Planning
University of Honolulu School of Law and University of Honolulu School of Law
Oxnard estate planning attorney Eric Ridley loves helping families and small businesses in Oxnard, Ventura, Camarillo and Santa Barbara counties protect their assets through estate planning, Family Asset Protection & Medi-Cal planning. I help seniors preserve their self-determination and their dignity, along with their assets.
Attorney Eric Ridley always gives free consultations, and answers his own phone.
Agressive and compassionate, Eric Ridley serves clients in Ventura, Santa Clarita, Port Hueneme and all points in between.
https://www.ridleylawoffices.com
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Negeen Ben-Cohen
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
(310) 272-7600
1901 Avenue of the Stars
11th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Tax, Appeals and Collections
University of California, Berkeley School of Law
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Luke S. Carlson
Aliso Viejo, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Tax, Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Western State College of Law at Argosy University
Luke Carlson always had an interest in business, real estate, and the protection of wealth. During his collegiate career, he realized law was the best way to immerse himself in these verticals. Today, as owner of LS Carlson Law, he and his team of attorneys service clients with their business, real estate, and estate planning needs. By nature, he is a strategist and loves analyzing a situation to determine the best solution to a client’s issue. Carlson understands that the practice of law provides endless opportunities to engage in strategic thinking. Whether it be against an opponent in litigation, which...
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Daniel P. Willett
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationTax and Business
Southwestern Law School and University of California - Irvine
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Randi Sue Teichman
San Francisco, CA Tax Law Attorney with 36 years of experience
Tax, Estate Planning and Probate
Stanford University
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Jeffrey Scott Hall
Pleasant Hill, CA Tax Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
(925) 230-9002
3478 Buskirk Avenue, Suite 1000
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Free ConsultationTax, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
John F Kennedy Univ School of Law
Local Estate Elder Law Planning Attorney
Long term Pleasant Hill resident, Jeffrey Hall, didn’t follow the traditional path to the practice of law. Indeed, attorney Hall grew up in central Los Angeles, and in a time when there was no expectation that he would attend college; and law school was simply not an option. However, after completing his bachelor’s degree in Economics from Saint Mary’s College, he volunteered with the Air Force in 1981 and served for 9 years, both reserve and active. Upon returning to California, he and his wife made Pleasant Hill their home and have...
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Sumeet Sondhi
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationTax, Health Care, Real Estate and White Collar Crime
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
Sumeet Sondhi is counsel to The Blanch Law Firm. Mr. Sondhi has worked in conjunction with Ryan Blanch on a myriad of matters, ranging from government investigations to white collar and antitrust crimes, his specialties being real estate fraud and complex mortgage fraud matters.
Mr. Sondhi’s extensive knowledge and experience have resulted in a number of favorable outcomes for the firm’s clients. He has represented clients and companies charged with an array of white collar crimes, including:
*Price Fixing: Represented a billion dollar air cargo company in a DOJ industry-wide criminal antitrust investigation regarding alleged price fixing
*Tax Evasion: Represented a Partner in...
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Jeffrey Burton Kahn
San Jose, CA Tax Law Attorney with 35 years of experience
Tax and Cannabis Law
University of Miami School of Law and University of Miami School of Law
The Law Offices Of Jeffrey B. Kahn, P.C. are uniquely qualified in tax. Is the IRS breathing down your neck and sending you intimidating notices and telephone calls? Are you having tax problems? Is the IRS filing liens, garnishing your wages, levying assets, and devastating your financial and personal life? IRS tax debts require immediate action. Don’t put off dealing with tax debts; inaction could be very expensive. Instead, consider professional IRS help. The Law Offices of Jeffrey B. Kahn, P.C. are uniquely qualified in tax, probate, trust, and business law. We can provide responsive, proactive...
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Joel Steven Weissler
San Diego, CA Tax Law Attorney with 34 years of experience
Tax, Business, Elder and Estate Planning
University of San Diego School of Law and California Western School of Law
San Diego Attorney Joel Weissler (619-281-1888) has practiced law for over 25 yrs. Early on, his personal experiences focused his career on Estate Planning, Elder law, Asset Protection & Probate. Joel has been recognized for the past 3 years by Martindale-Hubble & Lawyers.com receiving their “Client Distinction” award as being in the top 1% of attorneys in client service & satisfaction. A 2008-2013 recipient of San Diego Magazine’s five star award program, in 2010, Attorney Weissler was selected through a peer nomination process as a "Top Attorney" in the Estate Planning Category by the San Diego Daily Transcript. Attorney...
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Raymond Jake Bulaon
Valencia, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationTax and Bankruptcy
Kensington Univ COL
Pasadena bankruptcy attorney Ray Bulaon is founder of the Ray Bulaon Law Offices, Inc., a firm providing residents of Los Angeles, Ventura, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties with legal services on the matter of bankruptcy. Mr. Bulaon has practiced law for 17 years and he has helped more than 5,000 individuals and small businesses navigate through the bankruptcy process. He has an 8.2 Excellent rating on Avvo.com. Mr. Bulaon is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, the Los Angeles Bankruptcy Forum, and the Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association. Contact his firm today to request a...
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Jeffrey Brian Pape
Clovis, CA Tax Law Attorney with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationTax, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
Univ of Iowa COL and University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Jeffrey B. Pape is AV® PreeminentTMPeer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® . He is a certified specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization in Taxation Law.
Born in Sioux City, IA, Jeff has practiced law for 35 years. He has extensive legal experience in civil litigation, trust litigation and probate litigation, in addition to business transactions and estate planning. He has also successfully handled a wide range of business litigation matters, which has enhanced his ability to counsel his business clients.
Jeff was named as a Super Lawyer in 2005 and 2009. He has a well-deserved reputation for professionalism...
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Eric F. Bergman
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
Tax, Business and Estate Planning
UCLA School of Law
I am a dedicated Estate and Tax Law Attorney at Weinstock Manion. My current practice focuses on Estate Planning, Wealth Transfer and Business Succession Planning. I provide comprehensive and creative estate, gift tax and business succession plans for individuals and families. I am committed to excellence, integrity, innovation, and personal attention to meet your legal needs and goals.
I received my B.A. in History from the University of California Los Angeles. In 2013, I earned my J.D. from UCLA School of Law. I am a member of the State Bar of California, Beverly Hills Bar Association, and American Bar Association.
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Sergio Andres Rodriguez-Gomez
Pasadena, CA Tax Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Tax, Business and Real Estate
Universidad de la Sabana
Sergio A. Rodriguez was drafted in 1998 by one of the “big five” consulting and accounting firms. He provided advice and representation for multinational corporate clients in the areas of taxation and commercial law. Mr. Rodriguez came to California in 1999 to further his education in the area of business law and obtained a Master in Business Administration in year 2000.
Mr. Rodriguez was a partner at Russakow Ryan & Johnson for 3 years, and is now the owner and Managing Attorney of SRG Law Group. During his carrier Mr. Rodriguez has acquired significant experience in many different fields...
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Irina Rospotnyuk
Irvine, CA Tax Law Lawyer
Tax, Business and Estate Planning
University of San Francisco School of Law and University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
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Stephan M. Brown
Roseville, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Tax and Bankruptcy
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
Stephan helps individuals and businesses resolve tax controversies and minimize tax liability. He is a tax attorney with the NewPoint Law Group. The mission of NewPoint Law Group is to provide the highest level of client service in the areas of taxation, estate planning, business law, and real property law. Our team of tax attorneys and professionals is motivated by the relentless pursuit of helping our clients achieve their goals.
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May Lynn Harris
San Diego, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Tax, Business, Estate Planning and Trademarks
University of San Diego School of Law
May Harris (she/her) serves as CEO and Managing Attorney at FPLG. She chairs the firm’s transactional practice group, working with an outstanding team of FPLG attorneys and professionals in service to clients of all sizes, including museums, schools, churches, medical organizations and other charitable tax-exempt entities.
Serving in the roles of nonprofit founder, board member, corporate counsel and executive director over the course of her career, Ms. Harris has been instrumental in the development of each of the organizations she has led, and she understands the challenges facing nonprofit executives every day.
Over her two decades of legal practice, Ms. Harris has...
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Brent Lance
Palm Desert, CA Tax Law Attorney with 44 years of experience
Tax and Estate Planning
New York University School of Law and Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
BRENT LANCE, LL.M. (Tax-NYU), has 43+ years of experience in California, Cross-border and International Tax matters. His experience includes seven years practicing international and California tax law at Baker & McKenzie, the world’s largest international law firm and five years leading an international tax consulting group as a partner of KPMG, the world’s largest international accounting and consulting firm. The balance of Mr. Lance’s 43+ years of cross-border tax and legal experience was earned by advising “snowbirds,” “expats,” international business owners, international investors and others with cross-border lifestyles in the boutique law firm he founded in Palm Desert 28 years...
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Mark R. Figueiredo
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Tax, Business, Employment and Landlord Tenant
Golden Gate University School of Law
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Gene Takagi
San Francisco, CA Tax Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
Gene Takagi is the managing attorney of NEO Law Group, contributing publisher of the Nonprofit Law Blog, and a part-time lecturer at Columbia University. At NEO, Gene has represented over 800 nonprofit organizations on corporate, tax, and charitable trust law matters. Gene is a popular writer on nonprofit legal topics and has been published by The New York Times, The Nonprofit Quarterly, The Chronicle of Philanthropy, The Nonprofit Times, Taxation of Exempts, EO Tax Journal, and ALI-ABA. He is also a popular speaker who has presented at conferences for Independent Sector, BoardSource, NAAG/National Association of State Charity Officials, CalNonprofits, the...
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Brett Gregory Evans
Anaheim, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Tax, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Securities
University of Washington School of Law and University of Utah
Brett Evans delivers experience in securities, corporate, mergers and acquisitions, energy and tax law with his securities career beginning in 1995. At Evans Law, PC, Evans counsels corporations, asset management companies, securities issuers, broker-dealers, investment advisers, registered representatives and other financial industry participants in the areas of securities offerings, arbitration, litigation, broker-dealer and registered investment adviser regulation, compliance, due diligence, securities investigation and enforcement and a diverse range of transactional matters. During his career, Evans has been involved in structuring and drafting more than $1.7 billion in private placement and joint venture transactions in energy, real estate and...
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Martin A. Neumann
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Attorney with 43 years of experience
Tax, Business and Estate Planning
UCLA School of Law
Martin Neumann is a trusted Estate Planning, Wealth Transfer Planning, Charitable Planning & Family Foundations, and Estate & Trust Administration attorney. He is committed to exceptional service and representation for individuals and families in the Los Angeles area.
With nearly 40 years of experience, Martin is skilled at assisting his clients with their estate planning and trust administration objectives. In addition to extensive experience, he brings patience and empathy to every case. Martin's priority is effectively meeting his clients' goals for their families, loved ones and charitable causes.
Visit Martin's website for more information and to schedule a consultation.
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Gary Borofsky
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 53 years of experience
Tax, Business and Estate Planning
University of California - Los Angeles
With four decades of experience, I am dedicated to Estate Planning, Tax, and Business Law representation, with an emphasis on wealth transfer and business succession planning. I offer clients throughout the Los Angeles area, custom plans to address their personal and business needs.
In addition to extensive experience, I am a Certified Specialist in Taxation, and have degrees in Accounting and Business Administration. With knowledgeable and skilled advocacy, I address the unique concerns and objectives of my clients. I am committed to comprehensive representation leading to the best possible outcomes.
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Howard Rosenblatt
Woodland Hills, CA Tax Law Lawyer with 48 years of experience
Tax
Boston University School of Law and Gonzaga University
Howard Rosenblatt handles civil and criminal tax controversy administrative practice and litigation, including audit defense and collection matters. He represents business entities and individuals before state and federal taxing authorities, including the IRS, Department of Justice, United State's Attorney's Office, California State Board of Equalization, California Franchise Board, California Employment Development Department and California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board. Previously, he worked at the office of District Counsel for the Internal Revenue Service as a Senior Tax Attorney for over ten years.
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Paula Oliveira Brunoro
San Diego, CA Tax Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationTax, Business and International
New York University School of Law and University of San Diego School of Law
Paula Oliveira Brunoro is the owner of Brunoro Law. Paula's practice is focused on assisting businesses and individuals with business and tax related matters, where her diverse background, strong analytical and communication skills come into play. She has vast experience assisting domestic clients in all sorts of tax controversy matters and tax planning for individuals and families. She also performs a role of a general counsel, where she assists clients with the most various and complex business and corporate issues. Paula also handles international business and tax matters, such as tax planning for multinational families and business, international tax audits,...
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Bruce Rea Durkee
Palm Desert, CA Tax Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
Tax, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
Whittier Coll School of Law
Bruce R. Durkee is licensed both as an attorney and as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Bruce is also a Certified Legal Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law by The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. ?Bruce graduated magna cum laude with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Whittier Law School -- finishing in the top 10% of his class. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Accounting from Vanguard University of Southern California, graduating cum laude. Prior to becoming an attorney, Bruce owned a CPA firm...
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Alton Moore
Irvine, CA Tax Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
Irvine, CA 92606
Tax, Business, Insurance Claims and International
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
Evolution Tax and Legal is a top of the line International Tax firm based in Irvine, CA. We help both individuals and small to medium-sized businesses navigate the complicated world of international tax.
Firm founder, Alton Moore is a dually licensed California attorney and CPA. Alton has a vast experience in both the legal and tax worlds.
Prior to Evolution Tax and Legal, Alton's career began in Big 4 accounting with Ernst & Young, LLP, where he worked primarily amongst the international, state and local, and real estate tax compliance and consulting practices.
Alton then moved to an in-house role with a large...
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Kent Wyatt Meyer
Roseville, CA Tax Law Attorney with 39 years of experience
Tax, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Estate Planning
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific
Kent W. Meyer, MBA, PhD, JD, LLM, CIArb
Dr. Meyer began his career as an Air Force Intelligence Collection Officer and served in Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, and Korea. He also served as a Missile Combat Crew Commander. He has had more than thirty years experience as a legal practitioner and educator. He has served as the Chief Financial Officer for biotech and software companies, as a partner in a large international law firm and as an owner of his own legal practice. He has extensive domestic and international experience in business and tax planning, mergers and acquisitions, contract negotiations,...
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Rodney James Hahn
San Diego, CA Tax Law Attorney with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationTax, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Estate Planning
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
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Jennifer L. Long
Los Angeles, CA Tax Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
(310) 785-5397
1900 Avenue of the Stars
7th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Tax, Business and Estate Planning
University of California, Berkeley School of Law
Jennifer Long's practice includes estate and gift tax planning, trust and probate estate administration, income tax and state and local (including property) tax work, as well as basic corporate work necessitated by the tax planning (LLC and corporate formation and maintenance, buy sell agreements, etc.).