Atty. Michael Hackman
Chair of our Tax, and Trust & Estate Practice Groups, Mr. Hackman represents high-profile business entities and individuals in tax and business succession matters, guiding them through multi-billion dollar transactions and corporate structure and governance.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Encino, CA · 58+ Years Experience
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About Michael Hackman at a Glance
Michael Hackman is a State Bar Certified Specialist in Tax Law based in Encino, California, practicing at Lewitt Hackman. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1968), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1968), and U.S. Tax Court (1979). Educated at University of California School of Law, Los Angeles (J.D., 1967) and Wesleyan University (B.A. Stanford, 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Beverly Hills, San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles County and American (Member, Taxation Section) Bar Associations State Bar of California California Society of Hospital Attorneys American Academy of Hospital Attorneys. Serves clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Hackman
- Chair of our Tax, and Trust & Estate Practice Groups, Mr. Hackman represents high-profile business entities and individuals in tax and business succession matters, guiding them through multi-billion dollar transactions and corporate structure and governance
- He received his MBA from Stanford University
- As a Certified Specialist in Tax Law designated by the California State Bar's Board of Legal Specialization, Mr. Hackman is also a Trust and Estate Planning Attorney who advises clients on the best options for preserving assets for their heirs and avoiding the probate process
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Hackman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Hackman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Encino.
Estate Planning & Probate in Encino
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 in Encino
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Hackman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Tax Law in Encino
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael Hackman is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →
Health Care Law in Encino
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Michael Hackman is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Encino
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 Encino 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.
Encino Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Encino-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 Encino Choose Michael Hackman
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 Michael Hackman's practice in the field of estate planning, business, tax, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Hackman brings 58+ 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 California, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, and U.S. Tax Court, Michael Hackman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and tax, Michael Hackman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Encino
A Encino-based practice means Michael Hackman 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 Michael Hackman Handles in Encino
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Hackman 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 Michael Hackman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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