Atty. Michael Scott Harms

Atty. Michael Scott Harms

Michael Scott Harms is a lawyer practicing estate planning, c.p.a, trusts. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Corona Del Mar Corona Del Mar 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Scott Harms at a glance

Michael Scott Harms is a trusts and estate planning attorney based in Corona Del Mar, California. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central and Southern D (1987). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1988) and University of Southern California (B.S., 1981). Serands clients in Corona Del Mar, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Scott Harms is a lawyer practicing estate planning, c.p.a, trusts
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices in Corona Del Mar, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Scott Harms's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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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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 Corona Del Mar 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 Scott Harms

Where is Michael Scott Harms's law office located?
Michael Scott Harms's law practice is located in Corona Del Mar, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Scott Harms handle?
Michael Scott Harms focuses on trusts, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Scott Harms practiced law?
Michael Scott Harms has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael Scott Harms go to law school?
Michael Scott Harms earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1988); (B.S., 1981).
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Practice Areas

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1988
B.S.
University of Southern California
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central and Southern D
Admitted: 1987

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