Atty. Donna Toby Tonkon

Atty. Donna Toby Tonkon

Donna Toby Tonkon is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trusts and estates and 8 other areas of law. Donna Toby received a B.A. degree from Barnard College of Columbia University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Donna Toby Tonkon at a glance

Donna Toby Tonkon is a Member based in Long Beach, California, practicing at Law Office Of Donna T Tonkon. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (Inactive) (1976), California (1979), and U.S. Tax Court (1979). Educated at Washington College of Law of American University (J.D., 1976) and Barnard College of Columbia University (B.A. Honors, 1972). Active member of Los Angeles. Serands clients in Long Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donna Toby Tonkon is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trusts and estates and 8 other areas of law
  • Donna Toby received a B.A. degree from Barnard College of Columbia University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Donna Toby practices at Law Office of Donna T. Tonkon in Long Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Donna Toby Tonkon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donna Toby Tonkon handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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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 Long Beach 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 Donna Toby Tonkon

Where is Donna Toby Tonkon's law office located?
Donna Toby Tonkon's law practice is located in Long Beach, California. The firm is Law Office Of Donna T Tonkon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donna Toby Tonkon handle?
Donna Toby Tonkon focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Donna Toby Tonkon practiced law?
Donna Toby Tonkon has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Donna Toby Tonkon go to law school?
Donna Toby Tonkon earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A. Honors, 1972).
How can I contact Donna Toby Tonkon for a consultation?
You can contact Donna Toby Tonkon 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.

Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law of American University
- 1976
B.A. Honors
Barnard College of Columbia University
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania (Inactive)
Admitted: 1976
California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1979

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