Atty. Jeffrey C. Joy

Atty. Jeffrey C. Joy

Jeffrey C. Joy has deep experience advising clients in connection with domestic income tax and estate planning, international tax and estate planning as well as a wide range of business transactional matters.

Irvine Irvine 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey C. Joy at a glance

Jeffrey C. Joy is an Of Counsel based in Irvine, California, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and international tax. Admitted to practice in Kansas (Inactive) (1978), California Oregon Washington U.S. Tax Court (1979), and District of Columbia (1979). Educated at Washburn University School of Law (J.D. New, 1977) and University of Kansas (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Jeffrey C. Joy has deep experience advising clients in connection with domestic income tax and estate planning, international tax and estate planning as well as a wide range of business transactional matters
  • His clients include high-net-worth individuals, owners of closely held companies and family offices
  • Jeff works with business owners to design and implement plans for the transfer of their assets to their children and grandchildren as well as developing plans for the succession of ownership in their companies using a variety of tax efficient techniques including family limited partnerships, limited liability companies, irrevocable trusts, life insurance liquidity plans and other creative strategies
  • Since serving as an Attorney-Advisor to the U.S
  • Tax Court at the beginning of his career, Jeff has had significant tax controversy experience as well
  • He had represented clients before the Internal Revenue Service, U.S
  • Tax Court and the California Franchise Tax Board
  • Concentrations •Domestic and international income tax planning •Domestic and international estate planning •Wealth transfer and succession planning •Individual, partnership and corporate taxation •Tax controversies Clerkships •Hon
  • William M. Fay, U.S
  • Tax Court, 1978-1980 Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Tax Law, 2008-2023 •Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 'Recognized Practitioner,” 2016 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Southern California Super Lawyers, 2004, 2008, 2009, 2010-2016, and 2018 •Listed, Top 50 Lawyers, 2010-2011 •Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey C. Joy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey C. Joy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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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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International 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 Irvine 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 Jeffrey C. Joy

Where is Jeffrey C. Joy's law office located?
Jeffrey C. Joy's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey C. Joy handle?
Jeffrey C. Joy focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, international tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jeffrey C. Joy practiced law?
Jeffrey C. Joy has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Jeffrey C. Joy go to law school?
Jeffrey C. Joy earned their education at (J.D. New, 1977); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact Jeffrey C. Joy for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey C. Joy 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 Jeffrey C. Joy received?
Jeffrey C. Joy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. New
Washburn University School of Law
- 1977
B.S.
University of Kansas
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas (Inactive)
Admitted: 1978
California Oregon Washington U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1979
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979

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