Atty. Ellen L. Batzel

Atty. Ellen L. Batzel

Ms. Ellen L.

Pasadena Pasadena 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Individual Taxation & More Attorney · Serving Pasadena, CA · 49+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Ellen L. Batzel at a Glance

Ellen L. Batzel is a irs, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in Pasadena, California. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1977), District of Columbia (1979), California (1982), and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D. Georgetown, 1977) and Philadelphia PA University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia PA University of Pennsylvania LS (—). Active member of Beverly Hills, Pennsylvania and American. Serves clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated November 2026

About Ellen L. Batzel

  • Ms. Ellen L. Batzel is a lawyer practicing individual taxation, tax planning, tax controversies and 5 other areas of law
  • Ellen received a degree from Philadelphia PA, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Ellen practices in Pasadena, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen L. Batzel's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen L. Batzel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pasadena.

IRS Disputes & Audits in Pasadena

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Estate Planning & Probate in Pasadena

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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Business & Corporate Law in Pasadena

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

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Tax Law in Pasadena

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 Pasadena

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 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.

Pasadena Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Pasadena-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Ellen L. Batzel

Where is Ellen L. Batzel's law office located?
Ellen L. Batzel's law practice is located in Pasadena, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen L. Batzel handle?
Ellen L. Batzel focuses on irs, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ellen L. Batzel practiced law?
Ellen L. Batzel has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Ellen L. Batzel go to law school?
Ellen L. Batzel earned their education at (J.D. Georgetown, 1977); (—).
How can I contact Ellen L. Batzel for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Pasadena Choose Ellen L. Batzel

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 Ellen L. Batzel's practice in the field of irs, estate planning, business, and tax.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Ellen L. Batzel brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Multi-State Bar Admission

Licensed in Pennsylvania, District of Columbia, and California, Ellen L. Batzel can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering irs, estate planning, and business, Ellen L. Batzel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Pasadena

A Pasadena-based practice means Ellen L. Batzel 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 Ellen L. Batzel Handles in Pasadena

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ellen L. Batzel 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.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
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 Ellen L. Batzel directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D. Georgetown
University of Pennsylvania
- 1977
—
Philadelphia PA University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia PA University of Pennsylvania LS
- In Progress

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979
California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984
North Carolina (Inactive)
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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