Atty. Hal Scott Kessler

Atty. Hal Scott Kessler

Hal Scott Kessler is a lawyer practicing taxation law. Hal received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 40 Years Experience 40 year
Call (628) 786-5132

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Hal Scott Kessler is a tax attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Florida (1986) and California (1991). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1986) and University of Florida (B.S., 1982). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Hal Scott Kessler is a lawyer practicing taxation law
  • Hal received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Hal practices in San Francisco, CA

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Hal Scott Kessler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Hal Scott Kessler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

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

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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 San Francisco 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.

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Where is Hal Scott Kessler's law office located?
Hal Scott Kessler's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Hal Scott Kessler focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Hal Scott Kessler practiced law?
Hal Scott Kessler has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Hal Scott Kessler go to law school?
Hal Scott Kessler earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1982).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1986
B.S.
University of Florida
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1986
California
Admitted: 1991

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