Atty. David Thomas Kalish

Atty. David Thomas Kalish

David Thomas Kalish is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from San Diego State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Pasadena Pasadena 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About David Thomas Kalish at a glance

David Thomas Kalish is a Member based in Pasadena, California, practicing at David T. Kalish A Law Corporation. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1979) and U.S. Tax Court (1982). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1979) and San Diego State University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Thomas Kalish is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from San Diego State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • David practices at David T. Kalish A Law Corporation in Pasadena, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Thomas Kalish's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Thomas Kalish 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.

David Thomas Kalish 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 Pasadena 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 Thomas Kalish

Where is David Thomas Kalish's law office located?
David Thomas Kalish's law practice is located in Pasadena, California. The firm is David T. Kalish A Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Thomas Kalish handle?
David Thomas Kalish focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Thomas Kalish practiced law?
David Thomas Kalish has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Thomas Kalish go to law school?
David Thomas Kalish earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact David Thomas Kalish for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Thomas Kalish received?
David Thomas Kalish's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1979
B.S.
San Diego State University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982

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