Atty. Michael Leland Taylor

Atty. Michael Leland Taylor

Michael Leland Taylor is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, trusts and estates, tax valuation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Santa Clara in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Leland Taylor at a glance

Michael Leland Taylor is an Attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, employment, tax, and tax litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1975), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1975), U.S. Supreme Court (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1985). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1974) and University of Santa Clara (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Leland Taylor is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, trusts and estates, tax valuation and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Santa Clara in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Michael practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Leland Taylor's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Tax Law

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

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Tax Litigation

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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 Los Angeles 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 Leland Taylor

Where is Michael Leland Taylor's law office located?
Michael Leland Taylor's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Foley & Lardner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Leland Taylor handle?
Michael Leland Taylor focuses on trusts, employment, tax, tax litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Leland Taylor practiced law?
Michael Leland Taylor has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Michael Leland Taylor go to law school?
Michael Leland Taylor earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Michael Leland Taylor for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara
- 1974
B.A.
University of Santa Clara
- 1971

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1991

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