Atty. David Allen Brown

Atty. David Allen Brown

David Allen Brown is the founding partner in the law firm of Brown & Streza LLP, Irvine, California. We are a boutique law firm, narrowly focused on providing legal advice in the areas of estate, business, tax, charitable planning, mergers and acquisitions, business succession planning, estate administration, real estate and emerging growth.

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About David Allen Brown at a glance

David Allen Brown is a Founder based in Irvine, California, practicing at Brown And Streza Llp. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate and estate planning. Admitted to practice in California (1974). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1974) and Loma Linda University University of Southern California Western State University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of California State Bar. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Allen Brown is the founding partner in the law firm of Brown & Streza LLP, Irvine, California
  • We are a boutique law firm, narrowly focused on providing legal advice in the areas of estate, business, tax, charitable planning, mergers and acquisitions, business succession planning, estate administration, real estate and emerging growth
  • He attended USC and Loma Linda University before obtaining his Bachelor of Science degree and Juris Doctor degree in law from Western State University in 1974
  • He founded Brown & Streza in June, 1975 and serves approximately 4000 clients
  • He is a member of the California State Bar, Orange County Bar Association, National Association of Insurance & Financial Advisers, the Financial Planning Association, Orange County Advisors in Philanthropy, and Kingdom Advisors.David is a Martindale-Hubbell AV® Preeminent™ Rated attorney, which is the highest rating possible
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings are established by lawyers and judges who have personal knowledge of an individual attorney’s work and ethical standards
  • David has also been included on the “Southern California Super Lawyer” list by Los Angeles Magazine for eleven consecutive years – a distinction recognizing only 5% of the attorneys in Southern California (excluding San Diego)
  • Recognized as a leading authority David has lectured on the topic of Estate Planning to Insurance Companies, Financial Planning Organizations, Estate Planning Councils and Planned Giving Roundtable meetings across the Western United States
  • While attending law school, he was an insurance agent and member of the Million Dollar Round Table.David has been a firm believer in the team approach to bring the best possible service to his clients by working alongside financial planners and CPAs.David has written articles including Tax Favored Uses of Life Insurance to Replenish Estates of Business Owners and Executives, The Insurance Law Journal, Commerce Clearing House, April 1974 and The Amendable Irrevocable Super Trust, June, 1977

Practice Areas Explained

David Allen Brown's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Allen Brown handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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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

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Where is David Allen Brown's law office located?
David Allen Brown's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Brown And Streza Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Allen Brown handle?
David Allen Brown focuses on probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Allen Brown practiced law?
David Allen Brown has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did David Allen Brown go to law school?
David Allen Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1972).
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What awards or recognition has David Allen Brown received?
David Allen Brown's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1974
B.S.
Loma Linda University University of Southern California Western State University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974

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