Michael Paul Varela
Brown & Streza LLP • Irvine, CA
TaxEstate PlanningInsurancePersonal InjuryProbate
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Contact
Email
michael.varela@brownandstreza.com
Phone
(844) 783-5534
Address
40 Pacifica, Irvine, CA, 92618, US
Professional
About
Michael Paul Varela is a distinguished attorney at Brown & Streza LLP, a leading law firm located in Irvine, California. His multifaceted legal practice encompasses estate planning, personal injury, insurance, probate, and tax law. Michael specializes in guiding families and individuals through complex legal matters, including trust formation, charitable planning, life insurance strategies, intra-family transactions, and post-mortem trust and probate administration. His expertise extends to navigating the intricacies of estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes, ensuring that clients achieve their financial and personal goals with confidence. Michael earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Southern California in 2001, followed by a Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law in 2004. He further advanced his legal education by obtaining a Master of Laws in Taxation (LL.M.), graduating summa cum laude from the University of San Diego School of Law in 2008. As a recognized speaker in the legal community, Michael has delivered presentations at prestigious events such as the California Tax Bar & California Tax Policy Conferences, the State Bar of California’s Young Tax Lawyers Conference, and the Silicon Valley Capital Club. His contributions to the field include serving on the Executive Committee of the Taxation Section of the California Lawyers Association, where he remains an active member of both the Taxation Section and the Trusts and Estates Section. Having recently relocated to Southern California with his wife and two children, Michael enjoys exploring the local beaches, spending quality time with his family, and playing golf. His commitment to his practice and community makes him a valuable resource for clients seeking comprehensive legal solutions.
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
2008 University of San Diego School of Law LL.M. Taxation 2004 Santa Clara University School of Law JD 2001 University of Southern California BA
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Publications
2016 California Trusts and Estates Quarterly, Volume 22, Issue 4 Tips of the Trade: Transferring Public Stock to a Private Foundation
Associations
California Lawyers Association, Taxation Section Past Executive Committee California Lawyers Association, Taxation Section Member California Lawyers Association, Trusts and Estates Section Member Orange County Estate Planning Council Member Orange County Bar Association, Tax Law Section Member
Speaking
2016 The State Bar of California’s Third Annual Young Tax Lawyers Conference, Wealth Transfer Planning for Entrepreneurs 2015 Annual Meeting of the California Tax Bar & California Tax Policy Conference Tips and Techniques for Managing a Law Practice with Ethical Considerations 2014 Silicon Valley Capital Club Estate Planning 101: What Individuals, Couples, and Families Should Know 2012 Annual Meeting of the California Tax Bar & California Tax Policy Conference Retirement Plans, IRA Distributions, Rollovers and Roths
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