Atty. Leonard Graff
Leonard Graff is a lawyer practicing tax, estate planning. Leonard received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 50+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Leonard Graff at a Glance
Leonard Graff is a estate planning and tax attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1976), District of Columbia (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1978). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1976) and Michigan State University (B.S., 1973). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Leonard Graff in San Francisco
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Leonard Graff
- Leonard Graff is a lawyer practicing tax, estate planning
- Leonard received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Leonard practices in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Leonard Graff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leonard Graff handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
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.
Leonard Graff is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Tax Law in San Francisco
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Leonard Graff is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →
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.
Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in San Francisco or all attorneys in California.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Leonard Graff
Where is Leonard Graff's law office located?
What practice areas does Leonard Graff handle?
How long has Leonard Graff practiced law?
Where did Leonard Graff go to law school?
How can I contact Leonard Graff for a consultation?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Leonard Graff
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 Leonard Graff's practice in the field of estate planning and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Leonard Graff brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan, District of Columbia, and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia, Leonard Graff can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning and tax, Leonard Graff 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 Leonard Graff 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 Leonard Graff Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Leonard Graff 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Leonard Graff directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find Leonard Graff Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in San Francisco commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Leonard Graff.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Leonard Graff directly.
Leonard Graff's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Leonard Graff
No reviews yet.