Atty. Mark Bernsley
Mark Bernsley is a lawyer practicing tax litigation, tax appeals and procedure, business start-ups and 3 other areas of law. Mark received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Business Start Ups & More Attorney · Serving Woodland Hills, CA · 47+ Years Experience
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About Mark Bernsley at a Glance
Mark Bernsley is a Member based in Woodland Hills, California, practicing at Mark Bernsley. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, tax, tax litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), Massachusetts (1979), California (1979), and U.S. Tax Court (1979). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County and American Bar Association Taxation Sections State Bar of California. Serves clients in Woodland Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Bernsley
- Mark Bernsley is a lawyer practicing tax litigation, tax appeals and procedure, business start-ups and 3 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Mark practices at Mark Bernsley in Woodland Hills, CA
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Mark Bernsley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Bernsley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Woodland Hills.
Business & Corporate Law in Woodland Hills
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in Woodland Hills
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Tax Litigation in Woodland Hills
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Appellate Practice in Woodland Hills
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Woodland Hills
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 Woodland Hills 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.
Woodland Hills Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Woodland Hills-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Woodland Hills Choose Mark Bernsley
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 Mark Bernsley's practice in the field of business, tax, tax litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Bernsley brings 47+ 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 New York, Massachusetts, and California, Mark Bernsley can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, tax, and tax litigation, Mark Bernsley can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Woodland Hills
A Woodland Hills-based practice means Mark Bernsley attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark Bernsley Handles in Woodland Hills
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark Bernsley directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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