Atty. Michael Edward Hennessy

Atty. Michael Edward Hennessy

Michael Edward Hennessy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts & estates and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Tustin Tustin 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Edward Hennessy at a glance

Michael Edward Hennessy is a formation, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax attorney based in Tustin, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in California (1980) and U.S. Tax Court (1981). Educated at Southwestern University (J.D., 1978) and University of Missouri (B.S., 1973). Serands clients in Tustin, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Edward Hennessy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts & estates and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices in Tustin, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Edward Hennessy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Edward Hennessy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Trusts

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Probate

Michael Edward Hennessy is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

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.

Michael Edward Hennessy is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Tax Law

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

Michael Edward Hennessy 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 Tustin 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 Edward Hennessy

Where is Michael Edward Hennessy's law office located?
Michael Edward Hennessy's law practice is located in Tustin, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Edward Hennessy handle?
Michael Edward Hennessy focuses on formation, trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Edward Hennessy practiced law?
Michael Edward Hennessy has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael Edward Hennessy go to law school?
Michael Edward Hennessy earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Michael Edward Hennessy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University
- 1978
B.S.
University of Missouri
- 1973

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1981

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