Atty. Joseph William Tillson

Atty. Joseph William Tillson

Joseph William Tillson is a lawyer practicing probate, conservatorships, wills and 5 other areas of law. Joseph received a degree from Golden Gate University in 1978, and has been licensed for 51 years.

South Lake Tahoe South Lake Tahoe 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Joseph William Tillson at a glance

Joseph William Tillson is a Member based in South Lake Tahoe, California, practicing at Joseph W. Tillson. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1975) and U.S. Tax Court (1982). Educated at Golden Gate University (M.S., 1978) and Lincoln University (J.D., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco El Dorado County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in South Lake Tahoe, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph William Tillson is a lawyer practicing probate, conservatorships, wills and 5 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a degree from Golden Gate University in 1978, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Joseph practices at Joseph W. Tillson in South Lake Tahoe, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph William Tillson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph William Tillson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Joseph William Tillson is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

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.

Joseph William Tillson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 South Lake Tahoe 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 William Tillson

Where is Joseph William Tillson's law office located?
Joseph William Tillson's law practice is located in South Lake Tahoe, California. The firm is Joseph W. Tillson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph William Tillson handle?
Joseph William Tillson focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joseph William Tillson practiced law?
Joseph William Tillson has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Joseph William Tillson go to law school?
Joseph William Tillson earned their education at (M.S., 1978); (J.D., 1974).
How can I contact Joseph William Tillson for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph William Tillson 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 William Tillson received?
Joseph William Tillson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

M.S.
Golden Gate University
- 1978
J.D.
Lincoln University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982

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