Atty. Richard Allen Block

Atty. Richard Allen Block

Richard Allen Block is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate and gift taxation, income tax and 10 other areas of law. Richard received a A.B. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Woodland Hills Woodland Hills 61 yrs experience 61 year
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About Richard Allen Block at a glance

Richard Allen Block is a Member based in Woodland Hills, California, practicing at Richard A. Block. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on wills, irs, trusts, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1965), U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Supreme Court (1970), California (1972), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1991). Educated at Georgetown University (LL.M. Tax, 1970) and University of Pennsylvania (A.B., 1962). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Los Angeles County and San Fernando Valley Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Woodland Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Allen Block is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate and gift taxation, income tax and 10 other areas of law
  • Richard received a A.B. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Richard practices at Richard A. Block in Woodland Hills, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Allen Block's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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IRS Disputes & Audits

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Trusts

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Criminal Defense

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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 Woodland Hills 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 Allen Block

Where is Richard Allen Block's law office located?
Richard Allen Block's law practice is located in Woodland Hills, California. The firm is Richard A. Block. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Allen Block handle?
Richard Allen Block focuses on wills, irs, trusts, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Allen Block practiced law?
Richard Allen Block has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Richard Allen Block go to law school?
Richard Allen Block earned their education at (LL.M. Tax, 1970); (A.B., 1962).
How can I contact Richard Allen Block for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Allen Block received?
Richard Allen Block's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

LL.M. Tax
Georgetown University
- 1970
A.B.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1962

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1970
California
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1991

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