Business Details
Los Angeles Real Estate Attorney & Estate Planning Specialist
Established by a seasoned legal professional, our law firm specializes in commercial real estate transactions, estate planning, and nonprofit representation. With decades of combined experience, including in-house counsel roles at prominent institutions, we deliver big-firm expertise at a fraction of the cost. Our practice emphasizes California-specific real estate tax and estate planning nuances, serving investors, developers, and families.We prioritize client needs through transparent fees, personalized service, and a deep understanding of complex transactions. Our attorney's background includes Pepperdine University School of Law, an MBA, and active community involvement in housing and philanthropy. Nationally available, we adapt to client schedules to ensure timely, strategic legal solutions.
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Nonprofit Formation
Commercial Leasing
Tax Planning
Entity Formation
Trust Administration
Property Tax Appeals
Charitable Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer big law firm service at half the hourly rate and turnaround time.
- Our practice specializes in California commercial real estate and estate planning interplay.
- We provide personalized service with a lifelong San Fernando Valley resident attorney.
- Our team holds advanced legal and business credentials including an MBA and tax certifications.
- We combine transactional expertise with extensive nonprofit advisory experience.
Associations and certifications
- State Bar of California
- United States District Court Central District of California
- California Real Estate Broker License
Services
Commercial Real Estate Transactions
Representing investors and developers in acquisitions, dispositions, and financing. Our attorney understands California real estate tax implications and transaction structures. Services include title work, leasing, and syndication agreements for commercial properties.
Estate Planning & Probate
Creating tailored estate plans for families including trusts, wills, and tax strategies. We handle probate administration and trust modifications, combining real estate expertise with wealth transfer planning for California residents.
Nonprofit Representation
Assisting charitable organizations with formation, compliance, and real estate matters. Services include planned giving strategies, fundraising consulting, and governance support for public and private nonprofit entities.
Property Tax Planning
Specialized tax planning for real estate transactions including reassessment exemptions and abatement opportunities. Our attorney advises on tax-efficient structures for property investments and transfers.
Entity Formation
Establishing business structures including LLCs, corporations, and partnerships. We provide entity selection guidance with consideration to real estate holdings and estate planning objectives for clients nationwide.
People
Thomas [Last Name]
Attorney & Founder
California-licensed attorney and real estate broker specializing in commercial real estate and estate planning. Holds Juris Doctor and MBA from Pepperdine University. Former in-house counsel at Pepperdine University and Guitar Center, Inc.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in commercial real estate transactions, estate planning/probate, and nonprofit representation with California-specific expertise.
Do you work with out-of-state clients?
Yes, while based in California we provide legal services nationwide for commercial real estate and estate planning matters.
What differentiates your real estate legal services?
Our unique combination of big-firm experience at reduced rates, with specialized understanding of California real estate tax implications in transactions.
How do you handle estate planning for real estate owners?
We integrate real estate transaction expertise into estate plans, creating tax-efficient strategies for property transfer and wealth preservation.
What nonprofit legal services do you offer?
We assist with nonprofit formation, compliance, planned giving strategies, and real estate matters for charitable organizations nationwide.
What payment options are available?
We offer traditional hourly billing with transparent fee structures. Payment details are discussed during initial consultations.
