Tax Law Attorneys in California

Tax controversy, irs/ftb disputes, tax planning 5,277 pre-screened attorneys across 42 counties.

What Is Tax Law in California?

Tax attorneys handle IRS and California Franchise Tax Board disputes, audits, and planning.

When Do You Need a Tax Law Attorney in California?

You may need a tax law attorney in California when your situation involves tax controversy, irs/ftb disputes, tax planning.

California Tax Law Sub-Specialties

Tax Law covers several distinct case types in California, each with its own legal framework. Below are the most common sub-specialties.

Tax Controversy

Tax Controversy matters in California fall within the broader Tax Law practice area. California-licensed attorneys experienced in tax controversy cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Irs/Ftb Disputes

Irs/Ftb Disputes matters in California fall within the broader Tax Law practice area. California-licensed attorneys experienced in irs/ftb disputes cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Tax Planning

Tax Planning matters in California fall within the broader Tax Law practice area. California-licensed attorneys experienced in tax planning cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Costs and Timeline

California tax law attorneys typically charge hourly ($200-$400) or flat fees depending on case type. Many offer free initial consultations. All fee structures must be communicated to the client in writing per Rule 1.5 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct.

California Laws and Statutes

California tax law is governed by various provisions of the California Codes. Consult a California-licensed attorney for the specific statute citations applicable to your matter.

Tax Law Attorneys by County

Pre-screened tax law attorneys serving each California county. Counts reflect active State Bar of California members with offices in-county. Each county links to a full directory page for the matching practice area.

📍 Los Angeles County 1,052 attorneys

Avram Salkin — Hochman Salkin Rettig et al, Beverly Hills David Ostrove — David Ostrove, Attorney At Law, Los Angeles Jay Herbert Grant — Jay H. Grant, Inc., APC, Los Angeles

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📍 San Francisco County 613 attorneys

Richard Stebbins Kinyon — Shartsis Friese LLP, San Francisco John Robert Domingos — San Francisco Kate Clair Freeland — FreelandLaw LLP, San Francisco

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📍 Orange County 455 attorneys

William Oliver Wagner — Newport Beach Burleigh James Brewer — The Law Office of Burleigh J Brewer, Costa Mesa Henry J Coopersmith — Newport Beach

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📍 San Diego County 419 attorneys

Marshall A Lewis — Lewis Hoxie & Spear, APLC, San Diego Richard Joel Segal — Carlsbad Michael Gary Chatzky — Chatzky & Associates, San Diego

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📍 Santa Clara County 332 attorneys

Steven Lee Hallgrimson — Berliner Cohen, LLP, San Jose James Maurice Sullivan — Los Gatos Nicholas Henry Rossi — Campbell

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📍 Sacramento County 247 attorneys

Edward A. Melia III — Sacramento Stephen Harvey Waks — Sacramento Gary Gordon Perry — Sacramento

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📍 Alameda County 129 attorneys

William Edward Taggart Jr — William E. Taggart, Jr., A.P.C., Oakland Donald J. Heng Jr — Oakland Jerome Arthur Blaha — Law Offices of Blaha, Hartford & Perry, Pleasanton

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📍 San Mateo County 128 attorneys

Edward Joseph Watson — Watson & Machado LLP, Menlo Park Thomas Lloyd McCormick — Belmont David William Herbst — Manatt Phelps et al LLP, Redwood City

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📍 Contra Costa County 119 attorneys

Peter Emanuel Lippett — Law offices of Peter Lippett, Lafayette Kenneth Alvin Granberg — Smith and Granberg, San Ramon Walter Charles Youngman Jr — Youngman Roberts Suen, LLP, Walnut Creek

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📍 Marin County 58 attorneys

Martin Aaron Schainbaum — Martin A. Schainbaum APLC, Novato Michael Rubenstein — Sausalito John Collins Gibson — Law Office of John C. Gibson, San Rafael

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📍 Riverside County 50 attorneys

William Francis Turner — Corona Richard Brickman — La Quinta Howard L Sanger — Sanger & Molever, Palm Desert

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📍 Yolo County 49 attorneys

Michael Fraser Geary — Office of Tax Appeals, West Sacramento Robert Casimir Norton — Law Office of Robert C. Norton, Woodland Tommy Leung — State of CA, Office of Tax Appeals, West Sacramento

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Common Questions About California Tax Law

How do I find a California tax law attorney?+

Browse the 5,277 California tax law attorneys above by county or use the practice-area cards. Each attorney is verified against the State Bar of California records.

What does it cost to hire a California tax law attorney?+

How long does a California tax law case take?+

Case duration depends on case type, court calendar, and complexity. Uncontested matters typically resolve in 3-6 months; contested matters with disputes can take 12-24+ months. Your attorney can give you a more specific estimate based on your facts.

Are California tax law attorneys regulated?+

Yes. Every California attorney must be licensed by the State Bar of California. We verify bar status on every attorney listing. Disciplinary actions are public record; we display them transparently on each profile.

What if I can't afford a California tax law attorney?+

Several California organizations provide free or low-cost legal aid, including LawHelpCA.org, Bay Area Legal Aid, and the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles. For criminal cases, indigent defendants are entitled to a Public Defender at no cost.

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