Atty. David Lee Rice

Atty. David Lee Rice

David Lee Rice is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, tax litigation and 12 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Torrance Torrance 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About David Lee Rice at a glance

David Lee Rice is a Senior Partner based in Torrance, California, practicing at The Law Offices of David Lee Rice, APLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on irs, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Tax Court (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1982). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1979) and Arizona State University (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Beverly Hills. Serands clients in Torrance, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Lee Rice is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, tax litigation and 12 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • David practices at The Law Offices of David Lee Rice, APLC in Torrance, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Lee Rice's Areas of Practice

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

IRS Disputes & Audits

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Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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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 Torrance 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 Lee Rice

Where is David Lee Rice's law office located?
David Lee Rice's law practice is located in Torrance, California. The firm is The Law Offices of David Lee Rice, APLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lee Rice handle?
David Lee Rice focuses on irs, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Lee Rice practiced law?
David Lee Rice has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Lee Rice go to law school?
David Lee Rice earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact David Lee Rice for a consultation?
You can contact David Lee Rice 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 Lee Rice received?
David Lee Rice's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1979
B.S.
Arizona State University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1982

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