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Matthew J. Staub

330 A Street
Suite 403
San Diego, CA 92101
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Phone: (619) 980-9264 | Fax: (619) 255-6111
http://gmlawcorp.com

Integrity. Advocacy. Understanding.

Types of Cases
Firm Focus & History
Practice & Philosophy
Office Information
Fees

Legal Topic

Business Law

Sub-Topics

Business Tax

Audit Defense
Corporate Income Taxes
Excise Taxes
International Taxes
IRS Disputes
Negotiating Payments & Settlements
Payroll Taxes
Property Taxes (Ad Valorem Taxes)
Sales Taxes
Tax Evasion Defense
Tax Filing & Compliance

Consumer Law

Debt Collection/Relief/Harassment

Legal Topic

Bankruptcy

Sub-Topics

Business Bankruptcy

Debt Relief

Legal Topic

Estate Planning

Sub-Topics

Probate & Estate Administration

Tax Law

Audit Defense
Estate Taxes & Gift Taxes
Income Taxes
IRS Disputes
IRS Filing & Compliance
Negotiating IRS Payments & Settlements
Payroll Taxes
Power of Attorney
Property Taxes
Sales Taxes & Use Taxes
Tax Evasion Defense
Tax Planning

Number of Attorneys

State Licensed In

California

Firm Focus

A Full Service Law Firm with primary focuses in Taxation, Business Law, Estate Planning, Asset Protection, Litigation, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, Immigration Law, and Family Law.

Firm History

A relatively new firm in name only, as the two principal attorneys recently merged their practices into one full service firm, combining over 40 years of experience.

Example Cases

Information coming soon.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Client education is a crucial element of the legal process and the attorney-client relationship. A client should not be led blindly through a legal proceeding; rather the more the client understands his or her case the more beneficial it is for everyone involved.

Are your attorneys willing to review documents prepared by clients?

We are always willing to review documents prepared by clients because we encourage client thought and opinion.

Are your attorneys willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

Where we believe that the client will adequately be able to represent themselves, we are willing to assist the client by providing appropriate coaching.

Are your attorneys willing to help a client with one discrete part of a case, without taking on the whole case?

We are willing to help a client with a discrete part of a case assuming the portion is severable from the remainder of the case and there are no potential or actual conflicts.

What are your policies about dividing work among the firm's partners, associates, and paralegals to make the process most cost-effective for the client?

We strongly favor a team approach to ensure the most knowledgeable attorneys provide work on every issue, but the client will always approve and remain informed of how the work is delegated.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

We stress attempting to resolve a case through the use of alternative dispute resolution where it is practicable.

Does your firm provide pro bono legal services or otherwise participate in your community?

We are involved in various pro bono programs across California.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

We accentuate the core values of integrity, advocacy, and understanding. We create a vision with the client that develops the most efficient and cost-effective way to achieve the client’s goals, while utilizing our knowledge, experience, and creativity to the client’s advantage.

Office Manager/Assistant

Yes, we have multiple assistants.

Fax

(619) 255-6111

Office Hours

Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Foreign Languages

Fluent in Russian and Bulgarian, conversational in German, knowledgeable in Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic, Serbian, and Macedonian.

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

Every client is different so fees will vary depending on the complexity of each case.

Hourly Rates

$150 to $350

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes, an hour is usually sufficient.

Typical Retainer

Varies depending on the type of case.

Understanding Fees

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