Atty. James Robert Birnberg

Atty. James Robert Birnberg

James Robert Birnberg is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trust administration and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1961, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Encino Encino 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About James Robert Birnberg at a glance

James Robert Birnberg is a Retired Partner based in Encino, California, practicing at Oldman Cooley Sallus Birnberg Coleman And Gold Llp. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in California (1966), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1966), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1973). Educated at University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 1965) and Pomona College (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Robert Birnberg is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trust administration and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1961, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James practices at Oldman, Cooley, Sallus, Birnberg, Coleman & Gold, LLP in Encino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Birnberg's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Robert Birnberg 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.

James Robert Birnberg is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

Estate & Gift Tax

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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 Encino 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 Robert Birnberg

Where is James Robert Birnberg's law office located?
James Robert Birnberg's law practice is located in Encino, California. The firm is Oldman Cooley Sallus Birnberg Coleman And Gold Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Birnberg handle?
James Robert Birnberg focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, estate tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Robert Birnberg practiced law?
James Robert Birnberg has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did James Robert Birnberg go to law school?
James Robert Birnberg earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (B.A., 1961).
How can I contact James Robert Birnberg for a consultation?
You can contact James Robert Birnberg directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Robert Birnberg received?
James Robert Birnberg's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1965
B.A.
Pomona College
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2001

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