Atty. Richard A. Carpenter

Atty. Richard A. Carpenter

Richard A. Carpenter is a lawyer practicing taxation law, estate planning law, business law and 1 other area of law.

San Diego San Diego 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard A. Carpenter at a glance

Richard A. Carpenter is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at Richard Carpenter. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1984) and Baruch College of the City University of New York (B.B.A. Long, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Diego County Bar Association The State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard A. Carpenter is a lawyer practicing taxation law, estate planning law, business law and 1 other area of law
  • Richard received a B.B.A. degree from Baruch College of the City University of New York in 1975, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Richard practices at Richard Carpenter in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard A. Carpenter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard A. Carpenter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Richard A. Carpenter is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Tax Law

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

Richard A. Carpenter 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 Diego 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 Richard A. Carpenter

Where is Richard A. Carpenter's law office located?
Richard A. Carpenter's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Richard Carpenter. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard A. Carpenter handle?
Richard A. Carpenter focuses on estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard A. Carpenter practiced law?
Richard A. Carpenter has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Richard A. Carpenter go to law school?
Richard A. Carpenter earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.B.A. Long, 1975).
How can I contact Richard A. Carpenter for a consultation?
You can contact Richard A. Carpenter 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 Richard A. Carpenter received?
Richard A. Carpenter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1984
B.B.A. Long
Baruch College of the City University of New York
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984

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