Atty. Michael Schlesinger
Michael Schlesinger is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Antioch College in 1964, and has been licensed for 56 years.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving La Costa, CA · 56+ Years Experience
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About Michael Schlesinger at a Glance
Michael Schlesinger is a Member based in La Costa, California, practicing at Schlesinger & Sussman. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1970) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New (1973). Educated at Antioch College (B.A., 1964) and University of Toledo College of Law J.D. 1969 New York University (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in La Costa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Schlesinger
- Michael Schlesinger is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Antioch College in 1964, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Michael practices at Schlesinger & Sussman in La Costa, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Schlesinger's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Schlesinger handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in La Costa.
Trusts in La Costa
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Probate in La Costa
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Estate Planning & Probate in La Costa
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 La Costa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Schlesinger is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Tax Law in La Costa
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael Schlesinger is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in La Costa
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 La Costa 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.
La Costa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a La Costa-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 La Costa Choose Michael Schlesinger
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 Schlesinger's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Schlesinger brings 56+ 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 New York and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New , Michael Schlesinger can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Michael Schlesinger can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in La Costa
A La Costa-based practice means Michael Schlesinger 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 Schlesinger Handles in La Costa
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