Atty. Daniel Clark Hales

Atty. Daniel Clark Hales

Daniel Clark Hales is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, taxation, international law and 5 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Irvine Irvine 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Daniel Clark Hales at a glance

Daniel Clark Hales is a Member based in Irvine, California, practicing at Citadel Law Corporation. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in California (1990). Educated at J. Rueben Clark Law School (J.D., 1989) and Brigham Young University (B.S., 1985). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel Clark Hales is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, taxation, international law and 5 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Daniel practices at Citadel Law Corporation in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Clark Hales's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Clark Hales 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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Tax Law

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

Daniel Clark Hales is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

Power of Attorney

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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 Daniel Clark Hales

Where is Daniel Clark Hales's law office located?
Daniel Clark Hales's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Citadel Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Clark Hales handle?
Daniel Clark Hales focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daniel Clark Hales practiced law?
Daniel Clark Hales has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Daniel Clark Hales go to law school?
Daniel Clark Hales earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact Daniel Clark Hales for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
J. Rueben Clark Law School
- 1989
B.S.
Brigham Young University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990

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