Atty. Richard D. Birns

Atty. Richard D. Birns

Mr. Richard D.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard D. Birns at a glance

Richard D. Birns is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Birns & Goff. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business and tax. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978) and Indiana (2007). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (B.S., 1968). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Richard D. Birns is a lawyer practicing state taxation, local taxation, tax exempt organizations and 1 other area of law
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1968, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Richard practices at Birns & Goff in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard D. Birns's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard D. Birns

Where is Richard D. Birns's law office located?
Richard D. Birns's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Birns & Goff. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard D. Birns handle?
Richard D. Birns focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Richard D. Birns practiced law?
Richard D. Birns has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Richard D. Birns go to law school?
Richard D. Birns earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact Richard D. Birns for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1976
B.S.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978
Indiana
Admitted: 2007

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