Atty. Keith R. Gercken

Atty. Keith R. Gercken

Keith R. Gercken is a lawyer practicing tax, international tax, real estate tax and 14 other areas of law.

San Francisco San Francisco 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Keith R. Gercken at a glance

Keith R. Gercken is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and international tax. Admitted to practice in California (1987) and Texas (1997). Educated at University of California, Hastings (J.D., 1987) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1983). Active member of Memberships •Member, Section of Taxation, Committee on U, S, and Activities of Foreigners and Tax Treaties, American Bar Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Keith R. Gercken is a lawyer practicing tax, international tax, real estate tax and 14 other areas of law
  • Keith received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Keith practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Keith R. Gercken's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Keith R. Gercken 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

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 San Francisco 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 Keith R. Gercken

Where is Keith R. Gercken's law office located?
Keith R. Gercken's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Keith R. Gercken handle?
Keith R. Gercken 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 Keith R. Gercken practiced law?
Keith R. Gercken has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Keith R. Gercken go to law school?
Keith R. Gercken earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Keith R. Gercken for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings
- 1987
B.A.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
Texas
Admitted: 1997

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