Atty. Douglas William Schwartz

Atty. Douglas William Schwartz

Douglas William Schwartz is a lawyer practicing federal taxation, state taxation, estate planning and 4 other areas of law. Douglas received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas William Schwartz at a glance

Douglas William Schwartz is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Nossaman LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1985), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1986), and U.S. Tax Court (1990). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1985) and Princeton University (A.B., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas William Schwartz is a lawyer practicing federal taxation, state taxation, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Douglas practices at Nossaman LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas William Schwartz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas William Schwartz 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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Douglas William Schwartz 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 Los Angeles 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 Douglas William Schwartz

Where is Douglas William Schwartz's law office located?
Douglas William Schwartz's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Nossaman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas William Schwartz handle?
Douglas William Schwartz focuses on trusts, estate planning, employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Douglas William Schwartz practiced law?
Douglas William Schwartz has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Douglas William Schwartz go to law school?
Douglas William Schwartz earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.B., 1982).
How can I contact Douglas William Schwartz for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas William Schwartz 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 Douglas William Schwartz received?
Douglas William Schwartz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1985
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1990

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