Atty. Darin Hewett Donovan

Atty. Darin Hewett Donovan

Mr. Darin Hewett Donovan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts & estates, taxation and 1 other area of law.

San Jose San Jose 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (626) 669-0125 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Darin Hewett Donovan at a glance

Darin Hewett Donovan is a Shareholder based in San Jose, California, practicing at Hopkins & Carley A Law Corporation. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1995). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1995) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1985). Active member of Santa Clara County Bar Association. Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Darin Hewett Donovan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts & estates, taxation and 1 other area of law
  • Darin received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1985, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Darin practices at Hopkins & Carley A Law Corporation in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Darin Hewett Donovan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Darin Hewett Donovan 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.

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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 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 Darin Hewett Donovan

Where is Darin Hewett Donovan's law office located?
Darin Hewett Donovan's law practice is located in San Jose, California. The firm is Hopkins & Carley A Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Darin Hewett Donovan handle?
Darin Hewett Donovan focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Darin Hewett Donovan practiced law?
Darin Hewett Donovan has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Darin Hewett Donovan go to law school?
Darin Hewett Donovan earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Darin Hewett Donovan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1995
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1985

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1995

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