Atty. Wayne Harlan Gilbert

Atty. Wayne Harlan Gilbert

Wayne Harlan Gilbert is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, taxation and 4 other areas of law. Wayne received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

San Rafael San Rafael 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Wayne Harlan Gilbert at a glance

Wayne Harlan Gilbert is a Member based in San Rafael, California, practicing at Thompson, Welch, Soroko & Gilbert LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 1986) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Rafael, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Wayne Harlan Gilbert is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, taxation and 4 other areas of law
  • Wayne received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Wayne practices at Thompson, Welch, Soroko & Gilbert LLP in San Rafael, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne Harlan Gilbert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne Harlan Gilbert handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

Wayne Harlan Gilbert is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Tax Law

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

Wayne Harlan Gilbert is one of 85,302 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 Rafael 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 Wayne Harlan Gilbert

Where is Wayne Harlan Gilbert's law office located?
Wayne Harlan Gilbert's law practice is located in San Rafael, California. The firm is Thompson, Welch, Soroko & Gilbert LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne Harlan Gilbert handle?
Wayne Harlan Gilbert focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Wayne Harlan Gilbert practiced law?
Wayne Harlan Gilbert has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Wayne Harlan Gilbert go to law school?
Wayne Harlan Gilbert earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1986); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Wayne Harlan Gilbert for a consultation?
You can contact Wayne Harlan Gilbert 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 Wayne Harlan Gilbert received?
Wayne Harlan Gilbert's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University School of Law
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978

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