Atty. Howard Michael Simon
Howard Michael Simon is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate and trust administration law, decedents' estates and 2 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.
Decedents Estates & More Attorney · Serving Santa Barbara, CA · 54+ Years Experience
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About Howard Michael Simon at a Glance
Howard Michael Simon is a Member based in Santa Barbara, California, practicing at Jarvis, Hartloff & Simon. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in California (1972). Educated at University of California at Davis (J.D., 1972) and University of California at Davis (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Santa Barbara County (Co-Chairman, Probate Section, 1975 Chairman, 1981) and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serves clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Howard Michael Simon
- Howard Michael Simon is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate and trust administration law, decedents' estates and 2 other areas of law
- Howard received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Howard practices at Jarvis, Hartloff & Simon in Santa Barbara, CA
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Howard Michael Simon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Michael Simon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Barbara.
Trusts in Santa Barbara
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Estate Planning & Probate in Santa Barbara
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 in Santa Barbara
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Estate & Gift Tax in Santa Barbara
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Barbara
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 Barbara 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 Barbara Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Barbara-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Santa Barbara Choose Howard Michael Simon
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 Howard Michael Simon's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, tax, and estate tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Howard Michael Simon brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and tax, Howard Michael Simon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Barbara
A Santa Barbara-based practice means Howard Michael Simon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Howard Michael Simon Handles in Santa Barbara
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Howard Michael Simon directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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