Atty. Theodore Michael Hankin

Atty. Theodore Michael Hankin

Theodore M. Hankin is a Partner and Chair of the Probate and Estate Planning Practice and is located in the Firm's Newport Beach Office.

Newport Beach Newport Beach 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Theodore Michael Hankin at a glance

Theodore Michael Hankin is a Founder based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at Messina & Hankin LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Courts, North, Central, East and South Districts of California (1977). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1977) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Theodore M. Hankin is a Partner and Chair of the Probate and Estate Planning Practice and is located in the Firm's Newport Beach Office
  • He is also a Certified Public Accountant who has many years of experience related to both business and estate planning
  • Chairman and CFO, Coastal Family Therapy Services
  • a non-profit providing low and no cost mental health counseling corporations

Member

  • American Association of Attorney - Certified Public Accountants Diplomate
  • American College of Forensic Examiners
  • California Society of CPA's

Fellow

  • American College of Forensic Examiners
  • Director, Law Enforcement Resource Fund (a non-profit corporation supporting local law enforcement

Practice Areas Explained

Theodore Michael Hankin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Theodore Michael Hankin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil 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 Newport Beach 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 Theodore Michael Hankin

Where is Theodore Michael Hankin's law office located?
Theodore Michael Hankin's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is Messina & Hankin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Theodore Michael Hankin handle?
Theodore Michael Hankin focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Theodore Michael Hankin practiced law?
Theodore Michael Hankin has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Theodore Michael Hankin go to law school?
Theodore Michael Hankin earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Theodore Michael Hankin for a consultation?
You can contact Theodore Michael Hankin 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 Theodore Michael Hankin received?
Theodore Michael Hankin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1977
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Courts, North, Central, East and South Districts of California
Admitted: 1977

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