Atty. Michael Philip Kerner

Atty. Michael Philip Kerner

Michael Philip Kerner is a lawyer practicing trusts and estate planning, probate and trust administration, tax counseling and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Antioch College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Michael Philip Kerner at a glance

Michael Philip Kerner is a Sr. V.P. Regional Fiduciary Officer based in San Francisco, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1983), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California U.S. Tax Court (1983). Educated at Golden Gate University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 1995) and Antioch College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Philip Kerner is a lawyer practicing trusts and estate planning, probate and trust administration, tax counseling and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Antioch College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Philip Kerner's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Trusts

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Probate

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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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Tax Law

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

Michael Philip Kerner 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 San Francisco 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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Common questions about Michael Philip Kerner

Where is Michael Philip Kerner's law office located?
Michael Philip Kerner's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Philip Kerner handle?
Michael Philip Kerner 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 Philip Kerner practiced law?
Michael Philip Kerner has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael Philip Kerner go to law school?
Michael Philip Kerner earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1995); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Michael Philip Kerner for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Philip Kerner received?
Michael Philip Kerner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Golden Gate University School of Law
- 1995
B.A.
Antioch College
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1983

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