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Atty. David Hayes Gardner

Atty. David Hayes Gardner

David Hayes Gardner is a lawyer practicing taxation, trusts & estates, estate planning. David received a B.A. degree from University of California, Riverside in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Irvine Irvine 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About David Hayes Gardner at a glance

David Hayes Gardner is a Member based in Irvine, California, practicing at Gardner and Quan Incorporated. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1973) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1973). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1973) and University of California, Riverside (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Orange County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Hayes Gardner is a lawyer practicing taxation, trusts & estates, estate planning
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of California, Riverside in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • David practices at Gardner and Quan Incorporated in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Hayes Gardner's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

David Hayes Gardner 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 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 David Hayes Gardner

Where is David Hayes Gardner's law office located?
David Hayes Gardner's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Gardner and Quan Incorporated. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Hayes Gardner handle?
David Hayes Gardner focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Hayes Gardner practiced law?
David Hayes Gardner has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did David Hayes Gardner go to law school?
David Hayes Gardner earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact David Hayes Gardner for a consultation?
You can contact David Hayes Gardner 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 David Hayes Gardner received?
David Hayes Gardner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1973
B.A.
University of California, Riverside
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1973

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