Atty. Bernard Kaye
Mr. Bernard Kaye is a lawyer practicing international transactions, business trade law, taxation law and 4 other areas of law.
Business Trade Law & More Attorney · Serving Plano, TX · 69+ Years Experience
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About Bernard Kaye at a Glance
Bernard Kaye is a trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in Plano, Texas. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Admitted to practice in New York New York - Courts Of Record - Other Court US Tax Court (1957) and Texas (1984). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1957) and Columbia University (B.S. Economics, 1952). Serves clients in Plano, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Bernard Kaye
- Mr. Bernard Kaye is a lawyer practicing international transactions, business trade law, taxation law and 4 other areas of law
- Bernard received a B.S. degree from Columbia University in 1952, and has been licensed for 69 years
- Bernard practices in Plano, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Bernard Kaye's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard Kaye handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Plano.
Trusts in Plano
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Probate in Plano
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Estate Planning & Probate in Plano
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Plano
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Bernard Kaye is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Tax Law in Plano
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Bernard Kaye is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Plano
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Plano are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Plano Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Plano-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Plano Choose Bernard Kaye
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Bernard Kaye's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Bernard Kaye brings 69+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York New York - Courts Of Record - Other Court US Tax Court and Texas, Bernard Kaye can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Bernard Kaye can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Plano
A Plano-based practice means Bernard Kaye attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Bernard Kaye Handles in Plano
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Bernard Kaye has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Bernard Kaye directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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