Atty. John Alan Hartog

Atty. John Alan Hartog

John Alan Hartog is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Orinda Orinda 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About John Alan Hartog at a glance

John Alan Hartog is an Attorney based in Orinda, California, practicing at Hartog, Baer & Hand, APC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. Tax Court (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia (1997), and District of Columbia (1997). Educated at Golden Gate University of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 1984) and Pomona College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alameda County. Serands clients in Orinda, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Alan Hartog is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices at Hartog, Baer & Hand, APC in Orinda, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Alan Hartog's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Alan Hartog 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.

John Alan Hartog is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

Civil 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 Orinda 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 John Alan Hartog

Where is John Alan Hartog's law office located?
John Alan Hartog's law practice is located in Orinda, California. The firm is Hartog, Baer & Hand, APC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Alan Hartog handle?
John Alan Hartog focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Alan Hartog practiced law?
John Alan Hartog has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John Alan Hartog go to law school?
John Alan Hartog earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1984); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact John Alan Hartog for a consultation?
You can contact John Alan Hartog 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 John Alan Hartog received?
John Alan Hartog's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Golden Gate University of Law
- 1984
B.A.
Pomona College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1997
New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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