Atty. Michael Craig Gerson

Atty. Michael Craig Gerson

Michael Craig Gerson is a lawyer practicing tax, corporate and individual, trusts, estates and probates, private client and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a BA degree from Pomona College, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Craig Gerson at a glance

Michael Craig Gerson is a trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in Santa Barbara, California. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in California (1995), Colorado (1997), Florida (1999), and U.S. Tax Court (1999). Educated at University of Miami (LL.M. Estate, 1999) and Pomona College BA (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Community •American College of Trust and Estate Counsel - Fellow •The State Bar of California - former member Executive Committee of the Trusts and Estates Section past editor of the California Trusts and Estates Quarterly and •United States Tax Court. Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Craig Gerson is a lawyer practicing tax, corporate and individual, trusts, estates and probates, private client and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a BA degree from Pomona College, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Craig Gerson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Craig Gerson 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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Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael Craig Gerson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael Craig Gerson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

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 Santa Barbara 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 Michael Craig Gerson

Where is Michael Craig Gerson's law office located?
Michael Craig Gerson's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Craig Gerson handle?
Michael Craig Gerson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Craig Gerson practiced law?
Michael Craig Gerson has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael Craig Gerson go to law school?
Michael Craig Gerson earned their education at (LL.M. Estate, 1999); (—).
How can I contact Michael Craig Gerson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Craig Gerson received?
Michael Craig Gerson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Estate
University of Miami
- 1999
Pomona College BA
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1995
Colorado
Admitted: 1997
Florida
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1999

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