Av. Michael Shaff
Michael Shaff joined the firm in 2011 as Of Counsel. He is the Chair of the Tax Practice group.
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About Michael Shaff at a glance
Michael Shaff is a tax attorney based in Sherman Oaks, California, practicing at Stubbs Alderton & Markiles LLP. Educated at New York University (J.D., 1987). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Serands clients in Sherman Oaks, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael Shaff joined the firm in 2011 as Of Counsel
- He is the Chair of the Tax Practice group
- Michael specializes in all aspects of federal income taxation
- Mr. Shaff has served as a trial attorney with the Office of the Chief Counsel of the Internal Revenue Service for three years
- Mr. Shaff is certified by the Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California as a specialist in tax law
- Mr. Shaff is a past Chair of the Tax Section of the Orange County Bar Association
- He is co-author of the “Real Estate Investment Trusts Handbook” published annually by West Group
- Michael received his A.B. at Columbia College, his J.D. from New York University School of Law and his LL.M. in taxation from New York University School of Law
- He is a member of the Orange County Bar Association
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Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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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 Sherman Oaks 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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