Atty. James Morris Kosareff

Atty. James Morris Kosareff

James Morris Kosareff is a lawyer practicing estate administration, probate administration, trust administration and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from California State Polytechnic University in 1984, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Santa Ana Santa Ana 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About James Morris Kosareff at a glance

James Morris Kosareff is a Senior Attorney based in Santa Ana, California, practicing at Copenbarger & Copenbarger, LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1994). Educated at Chapman University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 2006) and California State Polytechnic University (B.S. Agriculture, 1984). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Santa Ana, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Morris Kosareff is a lawyer practicing estate administration, probate administration, trust administration and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from California State Polytechnic University in 1984, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • James practices at Copenbarger & Copenbarger, LLP in Santa Ana, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Morris Kosareff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Morris Kosareff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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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Tax Law

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 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 Santa Ana 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 James Morris Kosareff

Where is James Morris Kosareff's law office located?
James Morris Kosareff's law practice is located in Santa Ana, California. The firm is Copenbarger & Copenbarger, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Morris Kosareff handle?
James Morris Kosareff focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Morris Kosareff practiced law?
James Morris Kosareff has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did James Morris Kosareff go to law school?
James Morris Kosareff earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 2006); (B.S. Agriculture, 1984).
How can I contact James Morris Kosareff for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Taxation
Chapman University School of Law
- 2006
B.S. Agriculture
California State Polytechnic University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1994

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