Atty. Dru Michael Dillard

Atty. Dru Michael Dillard

Dru Michael Dillard is a lawyer practicing taxation. Dru received a degree from Univ of San Diego SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 20 years.

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Taxation Attorney · Serving Santa Clara, CA · 20+ Years Experience

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About Dru Michael Dillard at a Glance

Dru Michael Dillard is a tax attorney based in Santa Clara, California. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in California (2006). Educated at Univ of San Diego SOL, San Diego, CA Willamette Univ, Salem, OR (—). Serves clients in Santa Clara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Dru Michael Dillard

  • Dru Michael Dillard is a lawyer practicing taxation
  • Dru received a degree from Univ of San Diego SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Dru practices in Santa Clara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Dru Michael Dillard's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dru Michael Dillard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Clara.

Tax Law in Santa Clara

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 Santa Clara

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 Santa Clara 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 venue, 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.

Santa Clara Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Santa Clara-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Common Questions About Dru Michael Dillard

Where is Dru Michael Dillard's law office located?
Dru Michael Dillard's law practice is located in Santa Clara, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dru Michael Dillard handle?
Dru Michael Dillard focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Dru Michael Dillard practiced law?
Dru Michael Dillard has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Dru Michael Dillard go to law school?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Santa Clara Choose Dru Michael Dillard

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Dru Michael Dillard's practice in the field of tax.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Dru Michael Dillard brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Focused Tax Practice

Concentrating on tax means Dru Michael Dillard's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.

Local Presence in Santa Clara

A Santa Clara-based practice means Dru Michael Dillard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Dru Michael Dillard Handles in Santa Clara

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Dru Michael Dillard has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Dru Michael Dillard directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Dru Michael Dillard's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

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Univ of San Diego SOL, San Diego, CA Willamette Univ, Salem, OR
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Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 2006

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