Atty. Brian Lewis Shetler

Atty. Brian Lewis Shetler

Mr. Brian Lewis Shetler is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, estate planning, probate and 5 other areas of law.

San Jose San Jose 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Lewis Shetler at a glance

Brian Lewis Shetler is a trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in San Jose, California. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in California (1993) and Colorado U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1995). Educated at Golden Gate University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 2003) and University of Hawaii (B.A. University, 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Brian Lewis Shetler is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, estate planning, probate and 5 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from University of Hawaii in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Brian practices in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Lewis Shetler's Areas of Practice

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

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Brian Lewis Shetler is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

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 San Jose 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 Lewis Shetler

Where is Brian Lewis Shetler's law office located?
Brian Lewis Shetler's law practice is located in San Jose, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Lewis Shetler handle?
Brian Lewis Shetler focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brian Lewis Shetler practiced law?
Brian Lewis Shetler has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Brian Lewis Shetler go to law school?
Brian Lewis Shetler earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 2003); (B.A. University, 1986).
How can I contact Brian Lewis Shetler for a consultation?
You can contact Brian Lewis Shetler directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian Lewis Shetler received?
Brian Lewis Shetler's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Golden Gate University School of Law
- 2003
B.A. University
University of Hawaii
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993
Colorado U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1995

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