Atty. Seth Michael Schechter

Atty. Seth Michael Schechter

Seth Michael Schechter is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, corporate tax planning, estate planning. Seth received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years.

San Diego San Diego 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (858) 360-3426

Profile Summary

About Seth Michael Schechter at a glance

Seth Michael Schechter is an Of Counsel based in San Diego, California. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1997). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D. University, 1996) and Cornell University (B.A., 1990). Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Seth Michael Schechter is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, corporate tax planning, estate planning
  • Seth received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Seth practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Seth Michael Schechter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Seth Michael Schechter 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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Seth Michael Schechter is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Tax Law

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

Seth Michael Schechter is one of 77,130 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 venue, 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 Seth Michael Schechter

Where is Seth Michael Schechter's law office located?
Seth Michael Schechter's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Seth Michael Schechter handle?
Seth Michael Schechter focuses on estate planning, employment, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Seth Michael Schechter practiced law?
Seth Michael Schechter has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Seth Michael Schechter go to law school?
Seth Michael Schechter earned their education at (J.D. University, 1996); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Seth Michael Schechter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. University
California Western School of Law
- 1996
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997

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