Atty. Brian Christopher Harpst

Atty. Brian Christopher Harpst

Brian Christopher Harpst is a lawyer practicing taxation, tax planning, tax controversies and 7 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from California State University, Fullerton in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years.

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Profile Summary

About Brian Christopher Harpst at a glance

Brian Christopher Harpst is an Associate based in Irvine, California, practicing at Joseph E. Mudd Professional Law Corporation. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on wills, irs, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in California (2005) and U.S. District Court, Central District, U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Federal Claims (2005). Educated at Chapman University School of Law (LL.M., 2005) and California State University, Fullerton (B.A., 2001). Active member of Orange County Bar Association. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian Christopher Harpst is a lawyer practicing taxation, tax planning, tax controversies and 7 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from California State University, Fullerton in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Brian practices at Joseph E. Mudd Professional Law Corporation in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Christopher Harpst's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Christopher Harpst handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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IRS Disputes & Audits

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Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Irvine are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian Christopher Harpst

Where is Brian Christopher Harpst's law office located?
Brian Christopher Harpst's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Joseph E. Mudd Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Christopher Harpst handle?
Brian Christopher Harpst focuses on wills, irs, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brian Christopher Harpst practiced law?
Brian Christopher Harpst has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Brian Christopher Harpst go to law school?
Brian Christopher Harpst earned their education at (LL.M., 2005); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Brian Christopher Harpst for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M.
Chapman University School of Law
- 2005
B.A.
California State University, Fullerton
- 2001

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Central District, U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2005

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