Atty. Marilyn E. Putnam

Atty. Marilyn E. Putnam

Law Clerk to Judge William H. Quealy, United States Tax Court, Washington, D.C., 1975.

San Francisco San Francisco 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (628) 333-8766

Profile Summary

About Marilyn E. Putnam at a glance

Marilyn E. Putnam is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Marilyn E. Putnam, A Law Corporation. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1975), and U.S. Tax Court (1985). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D. New, 1974) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A. Economics, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California (Member, Sections on: Taxation Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law) American Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Taxation Real Property, Probate and Trust Law. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Law Clerk to Judge William H. Quealy, United States Tax Court, Washington, D.C., 1975
  • Faculty Member, M.B.A
  • Taxation Program, Golden Gate University, 1979-1981

Practice Areas Explained

Marilyn E. Putnam's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marilyn E. Putnam handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Marilyn E. Putnam

Where is Marilyn E. Putnam's law office located?
Marilyn E. Putnam's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Marilyn E. Putnam, A Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marilyn E. Putnam handle?
Marilyn E. Putnam focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Marilyn E. Putnam practiced law?
Marilyn E. Putnam has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Marilyn E. Putnam go to law school?
Marilyn E. Putnam earned their education at (J.D. New, 1974); (B.A. Economics, 1970).
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What awards or recognition has Marilyn E. Putnam received?
Marilyn E. Putnam's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. New
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1974
B.A. Economics
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1985

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