Atty. Michael Hackman

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.

Encino Encino 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

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. Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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 Practice

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

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.

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Tax Law

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

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

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 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 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 Hackman

Where is Michael Hackman's law office located?
Michael Hackman's law practice is located in Encino, California. The firm is Lewitt Hackman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Hackman handle?
Michael Hackman focuses on estate planning, business, tax, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Hackman practiced law?
Michael Hackman has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Michael Hackman go to law school?
Michael Hackman earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A. Stanford, 1962).
How can I contact Michael Hackman for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Hackman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael Hackman received?
Michael Hackman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law, Los Angeles
- 1967
B.A. Stanford
Wesleyan University
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1979

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