Atty. Brian Monroe Lewis

Atty. Brian Monroe Lewis

Brian M. Lewis has practiced in the fields of business law, estate planning, trust administration and probate administration.

Indian Wells Indian Wells 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Monroe Lewis at a glance

Brian Monroe Lewis is an Of Counsel based in Indian Wells, California, practicing at Slovak Baron Empey Murphy Pinkney Llp. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1983) and California (1986). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1986) and University of Southern California (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Indian Wells, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Brian M. Lewis has practiced in the fields of business law, estate planning, trust administration and probate administration
  • Mr. Lewis works on complex trusts and estate tax plans, including generation skipping tax (“GST”) planning and complex gifting techniques
  • Mr. Lewis prepares intrafamily transfer documents, and utilizes limited partnerships, LLCs, corporations, varied irrevocable trust instruments, and charitable gifting techniques as part of such planning
  • Mr. Lewis received his bachelor’s in accounting from the University of Southern California and after his undergraduate studies, Mr. Lewis went on to work as a certified public accountant with a national accounting “Big Eight” firm
  • Mr. Lewis obtained a law degree at the University of Denver College of Law and also received a master’s degree in taxation (LLM) at New York University
  • Mr. Lewis returned to the Coachella Valley to work for the state-wide law firm of Best Best & Krieger LLP (BB&K), where he became a partner in 1994
  • By January of 2007, he opened his own practice in Palm Desert, where he continued to guide clients through complex cases involving tax law, business, and estate planning
  • Overall, he has served the desert community for more than 35 years
  • Mr. Lewis is married and has two sons
  • He is eager to continue serving clients and be a part of an outstanding law firm that provides a broad range of services

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Monroe Lewis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Monroe Lewis 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

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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 Indian Wells 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 Monroe Lewis

Where is Brian Monroe Lewis's law office located?
Brian Monroe Lewis's law practice is located in Indian Wells, California. The firm is Slovak Baron Empey Murphy Pinkney Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Monroe Lewis handle?
Brian Monroe Lewis focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brian Monroe Lewis practiced law?
Brian Monroe Lewis has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Brian Monroe Lewis go to law school?
Brian Monroe Lewis earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1986); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Brian Monroe Lewis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Brian Monroe Lewis received?
Brian Monroe Lewis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1986
B.S.
University of Southern California
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1983
California
Admitted: 1986

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