Atty. Stephen Christopher Nill

Atty. Stephen Christopher Nill

Stephen Christopher Nill is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax exempt organizations, general practice. Stephen received a B.A. degree from California State University at Fullerton in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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About Stephen Christopher Nill at a glance

Stephen Christopher Nill is a Member based in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, practicing at Nill & Johnston. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on estate planning and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1981). Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1981) and California State University at Fullerton (B.A., 1978). Active member of Orange County, Riverside County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Orange County Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Christopher Nill is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax exempt organizations, general practice
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from California State University at Fullerton in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Stephen practices at Nill & Johnston in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Christopher Nill's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Christopher Nill 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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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 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 Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Stephen Christopher Nill

Where is Stephen Christopher Nill's law office located?
Stephen Christopher Nill's law practice is located in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. The firm is Nill & Johnston. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Christopher Nill handle?
Stephen Christopher Nill focuses on estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Christopher Nill practiced law?
Stephen Christopher Nill has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Stephen Christopher Nill go to law school?
Stephen Christopher Nill earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Stephen Christopher Nill for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola Marymount University
- 1981
B.A.
California State University at Fullerton
- 1978

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981

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