Atty. Michael Leo Corman

Atty. Michael Leo Corman

Michael Leo Corman is a lawyer practicing business formation and dissolution, business succession planning, business tax planning and 16 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Santa Cruz Santa Cruz 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Leo Corman at a glance

Michael Leo Corman is an Attorney based in Santa Cruz, California, practicing at The Law Offices of Michael L. Corman. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on formation, irs, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in California (1976) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Tax Court (1976). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1976) and University of Colorado (B.S. Business, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Santa Cruz County and American (Member, Sections on: Taxation Probate and Trust Law) Bar Associations The State Bar of California (Member, Sections on: Taxation Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Business Law) Santa Cruz County Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Santa Cruz, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Leo Corman is a lawyer practicing business formation and dissolution, business succession planning, business tax planning and 16 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Michael practices at The Law Offices of Michael L. Corman in Santa Cruz, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Leo Corman's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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IRS Disputes & Audits

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Trusts

Michael Leo Corman is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Probate

Michael Leo Corman 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 Leo Corman is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Cruz 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 Leo Corman

Where is Michael Leo Corman's law office located?
Michael Leo Corman's law practice is located in Santa Cruz, California. The firm is The Law Offices of Michael L. Corman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Leo Corman handle?
Michael Leo Corman focuses on formation, irs, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Leo Corman practiced law?
Michael Leo Corman has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Michael Leo Corman go to law school?
Michael Leo Corman earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S. Business, 1973).
How can I contact Michael Leo Corman for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Leo Corman 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 Leo Corman received?
Michael Leo Corman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara
- 1976
B.S. Business
University of Colorado
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1976

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