Atty. John Thomas Whates

Atty. John Thomas Whates

John Thomas Whates is a lawyer practicing personal income, corporate tax planning, business law. John received a M.B.A. degree from Golden Gate University School of Taxation in 1978, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Anaheim Anaheim 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About John Thomas Whates at a glance

John Thomas Whates is a business and tax attorney based in Anaheim, California. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at Golden Gate University School of Taxation (M.B.A. University, 1978) and Southwestern School of Law (J.D., 1975). Serands clients in Anaheim, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Thomas Whates is a lawyer practicing personal income, corporate tax planning, business law
  • John received a M.B.A. degree from Golden Gate University School of Taxation in 1978, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • John practices in Anaheim, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Thomas Whates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Thomas Whates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Anaheim 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 Thomas Whates

Where is John Thomas Whates's law office located?
John Thomas Whates's law practice is located in Anaheim, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Thomas Whates handle?
John Thomas Whates focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Thomas Whates practiced law?
John Thomas Whates has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did John Thomas Whates go to law school?
John Thomas Whates earned their education at (M.B.A. University, 1978); (J.D., 1975).
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Education

M.B.A. University
Golden Gate University School of Taxation
- 1978
J.D.
Southwestern School of Law
- 1975

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975

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