Atty. Lawrence Michael Parente

Atty. Lawrence Michael Parente

Lawrence Michael Parente is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, taxation, estate planning. Lawrence received a degree from SUNY Ctr at Albany, Albany NY, and has been licensed for 26 years.

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Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 26+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Lawrence Michael Parente at a Glance

Lawrence Michael Parente is a Merrill Lynch Tr. Co. based in San Francisco, California. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (2000). Educated at SUNY Ctr at Albany, Albany NY Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco CA (—). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Lawrence Michael Parente

  • Lawrence Michael Parente is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, taxation, estate planning
  • Lawrence received a degree from SUNY Ctr at Albany, Albany NY, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Lawrence practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Michael Parente's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Michael Parente handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.

Trusts in San Francisco

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Estate Planning & Probate in San Francisco

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 in San Francisco

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 San Francisco

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 venue, 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.

San Francisco Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a San Francisco-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Lawrence Michael Parente

Where is Lawrence Michael Parente's law office located?
Lawrence Michael Parente's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Michael Parente handle?
Lawrence Michael Parente focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Lawrence Michael Parente practiced law?
Lawrence Michael Parente has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Lawrence Michael Parente go to law school?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Lawrence Michael Parente

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Lawrence Michael Parente's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, and tax.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Lawrence Michael Parente brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering trusts, estate planning, and tax, Lawrence Michael Parente can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in San Francisco

A San Francisco-based practice means Lawrence Michael Parente attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Lawrence Michael Parente Handles in San Francisco

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Lawrence Michael Parente has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Lawrence Michael Parente directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Lawrence Michael Parente's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

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SUNY Ctr at Albany, Albany NY Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco CA
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Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 2000

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