Atty. Zane Scott Averbach

Atty. Zane Scott Averbach

Listed in Los Angeles Magazine Super Lawyers, 2007-2010. President, San Fernando Valley Estate Planning Council, 1988-1989.

Encino Encino 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Zane Scott Averbach at a glance

Zane Scott Averbach is a Member based in Encino, California, practicing at Lewitt Hackman. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1977), U.S. Tax Court (1977), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1978). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D. New, 1976) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Fernando Valley Bar Association (Trustee, 1980-1982) State Bar of California Valley Industry and Commerce Association. Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Listed in Los Angeles Magazine Super Lawyers, 2007-2010
  • President, San Fernando Valley Estate Planning Council, 1988-1989
  • Member, Board of Directors, 1987-1997 and Member, Board of Trustees, 2005—, Valley Beth Shalom

Practice Areas Explained

Zane Scott Averbach's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Zane Scott Averbach 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Encino 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 Zane Scott Averbach

Where is Zane Scott Averbach's law office located?
Zane Scott Averbach's law practice is located in Encino, California. The firm is Lewitt Hackman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Zane Scott Averbach handle?
Zane Scott Averbach focuses on estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Zane Scott Averbach practiced law?
Zane Scott Averbach has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Zane Scott Averbach go to law school?
Zane Scott Averbach earned their education at (J.D. New, 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Zane Scott Averbach for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Zane Scott Averbach received?
Zane Scott Averbach's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. New
Loyola Law School
- 1976
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1978

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