Atty. Joseph D Carruth

Atty. Joseph D Carruth

Joseph D Carruth is a lawyer practicing corporate/securities/tax, tax, mergers and acquisitions and 4 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph D Carruth at a glance

Joseph D Carruth is a Partner based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Rutan Tucker Llp. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (1968). Educated at George Washington University (LL.M., 1973) and Stanford University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph D Carruth is a lawyer practicing corporate/securities/tax, tax, mergers and acquisitions and 4 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Joseph practices at Rutan & Tucker, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph D Carruth's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph D Carruth 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

Joseph D Carruth is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

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 Costa Mesa 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 Joseph D Carruth

Where is Joseph D Carruth's law office located?
Joseph D Carruth's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Rutan Tucker Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph D Carruth handle?
Joseph D Carruth focuses on business, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joseph D Carruth practiced law?
Joseph D Carruth has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Joseph D Carruth go to law school?
Joseph D Carruth earned their education at (LL.M., 1973); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Joseph D Carruth for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph D Carruth 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 Joseph D Carruth received?
Joseph D Carruth's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M.
George Washington University
- 1973
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1968

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