Michael P Burns

Michael P Burns

Brown & Streza LLP β€’ Irvine, CA
TaxEmployment LawGeneral PracticeReal EstateReal Estate Transactions

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Contact

Email
Phone
(855) 532-2558
Address
40 Pacifica, Irvine, CA, 92618, US

Professional

About

Michael Burns is a corporate and real estate attorney who represents public and private entities seeking legal counsel on their business and financial objectives. His corporate practice consists of entity selection and formation, securities and employment arrangements, preparation of letters of intent, purchase and sale of businesses, and general corporate representation. In the area of real estate, Michael represents builders, developers, and investors in the leasing, purchase, sale, and development of commercial real property. Michael counsels individuals and entities on the federal income tax impact of corporate and real estate transactions, including advising on the tax effect of mergers and acquisitions, partnership allocations, and IRC Β§1031 exchange requirements. He advocates on behalf of clients in front of the IRS, California Franchise Tax Board, and State Board of Equalization. Michael earned both his Master of Laws in Taxation (LL.M.) and his Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego School of Law. He also has a Bachelors degree in Business Administration from the University of the Pacific.

About Tax Law

Tax attorneys help individuals and businesses with tax planning, compliance, and disputes with tax authorities. They work to minimize tax liability and resolve IRS issues. Common matters include tax planning, irs audits, tax disputes, business tax.

Credentials

Education
2009 University of San Diego School of Law LL.M - Master of Laws 2008 University of San Diego School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2005 University of the Pacific BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Publications
2014 California Tax Lawyer Proposed Guidance Under Internal Revenue Code Section 717 Relating to Disguised Sales of Property
Associations
American Bar Association Member State Bar of California Member Riverside County Bar Association Member San Bernardino County Bar Association Member Orange County Bar Association Member
Updated: Mar 08, 2026