Atty. Janet L Brewer

Atty. Janet L Brewer

Janet is the principal of the Law Office of Janet L. Brewer.

Los Altos Los Altos 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Janet L Brewer at a glance

Janet L Brewer is a Principal based in Los Altos, California, practicing at Law Office of Janet L. Brewer. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in Colorado (Inactive) (1975) and California (1977). Educated at Golden Gate University Law School (LL.M. University, 2010) and Golden Gate University (M.B.A. University, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of California State Bar Solo Section (appointed by the State Bar Board of Governors as a member of the Executive Committee, 2009-2012) California State Bar Trusts & Estates Section Palo Alto Bar Association Silicon Valley Bar Association. Serands clients in Los Altos, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Janet is the principal of the Law Office of Janet L. Brewer
  • She is certified by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization as an estate planning and probate specialist, one of fewer than 100 practicing in Santa Clara County
  • For more than 20 years, she has focused her practice on estate planning and probate matters, including the preparation of wills, revocable trusts, tax-sensitive trusts, and gift planning

Practice Areas Explained

Janet L Brewer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Janet L Brewer 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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Power of Attorney

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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 Los Altos 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 Janet L Brewer

Where is Janet L Brewer's law office located?
Janet L Brewer's law practice is located in Los Altos, California. The firm is Law Office of Janet L. Brewer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janet L Brewer handle?
Janet L Brewer focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Janet L Brewer practiced law?
Janet L Brewer has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Janet L Brewer go to law school?
Janet L Brewer earned their education at (LL.M. University, 2010); (M.B.A. University, 1982).
How can I contact Janet L Brewer for a consultation?
You can contact Janet L Brewer 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 Janet L Brewer received?
Janet L Brewer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. University
Golden Gate University Law School
- 2010
M.B.A. University
Golden Gate University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado (Inactive)
Admitted: 1975
California
Admitted: 1977

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