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Brandt R. Stickel
Hogan & Stickel Inc.
811 N. Main St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Phone: (707) 961-4400 | Fax: (707) 961-4410
Over 20 Years Business Formations & CPA Tax Services
Legal Topic
Business Law
Preferred New Clients
Estate Planning (Wills, Trusts), Probate, Trust Administration, and Trust Litigation.
Sub-Categories
Business Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Crops
- Equine
- Farms & Ranches
- Livestock
- United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
- Mergers, Acquisitions, & Divestitures
- Commercial Banks & Loans
- Commercial Leasing
- Credit Unions
- Mortgages & Foreclosures
- Venture Capital
- Liquor Licenses
- Business Successions
- Buying & Selling
- Closely Held Businesses
- Corporations
- Directors' & Officers' Liability
- Franchising
- Joint Ventures
- Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)
- Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures
- Nonprofits & Tax-Exempt Corporations
- Partnerships
- Professional Corporations
- Trade Associations
- Audit Defense
- Corporate Income Taxes
- Excise Taxes
- International Taxes
- IRS Disputes
- Negotiating Payments & Settlements
- Property Taxes (Ad Valorem Taxes)
- Sales Taxes
- Tax Evasion Defense
- Tax Filing & Compliance
- Breach of Contract
- Contract Disputes
- Contract Drafting & Review
- Employment Contracts
- Franchises
- International Transactions
- Non-Compete Contracts
- Secured Transactions
- Uniform Commercial Code
- Commercial Construction Contracts
- Government Construction Contracts
- Art
- Communication & Media
- Internet
- Music
- Sports
- Tourism, Travel, & Leisure
- Film
- Literary Arts
- Television
- Directors' & Officers' Liability
- Errors & Omissions
- Business & Trade
- Imports & Exports
- International Taxation
- International Transactions
Legal Topic
Wills, Trusts & Estates
Preferred New Clients
Estate Planning (Wills, Trusts), Probate, Trust Administration, and Trust Litigation.
Sub-Categories
Wills, Trusts & Estates
- Nolo Document Review
- Credit Unions
- Savings & Thrifts
- Annuities
- Auto Accident & Property Claims
- Capital Markets
- Commodities
- Foreign Investment
- Private Placements
- 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
- Charitable Giving
- Charitable Trusts
- Drafting Trusts
- Drafting Wills
- Estate Administration
- Estate Planning
- Living Trusts
- Living Wills
- Probate
- Asset Protection
- Guardianship
- Power of Attorney
- Business Succession Planning
- Special Needs Trust
- Supplemental Needs Trust
- Revocable Trust & Irrevocable Trust
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Estate Planning (Wills, Trusts), Probate, Trust Administration, and Trust Litigation.
Sub-Categories
Elder Law
- Competency Hearings
- Guardianships & Conservatorships
- Long-Term Care
- Nursing Homes
- Powers of Attorney
- Medicaid & Medicare Planning
- Advanced Health Care Directive
- Healthcare Power of Attorney
- Healthcare Proxy
- Tax Planning
- Nursing Home Negligence
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 1987
Bar Number: 128731
Specialty Certifications
LLM (Tax).
Other Court Admissions
Federal District Court, U.S. Tax Court.
Association Memberships
Trust and Estates Section, Solo and Small Firm Section.
Continuing Education
Attend continuing legal education on topics in estate planning, trust administration, and related subjects.
Example Cases
Elder Abuse litigation in Yolo County - Petition to appoint and remove trustees.
Education
Degree:
JD
School:
College of Law
City:
Salem
State:
OR
Year:
1986
Honors:
Law Review.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Law Review.
Degree:
LLM
School:
Golden Gate University
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
2002
Honors:
Masters of Taxation with Honors.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Trusts and Estates.
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
All tax-related matters including estate planning, probate, trust administration and litigation, business formation, all federal and state tax returns, representation before IRS and FTB.
Firm started as Sean J. Hogan, Inc. in August, 1995.
Previous Employment Summary
Burton, Rockmans & Schmal, LLP 1997 to 2005
Basset, Perry & Frank, LLP 1989 to 1997
Corbett, Roberts, Hill, & Bragg 1987 to 1989
Activities and Awards
Board Member and Officer of Mendocino Art Center, Redwood Coast Senior Center, Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce, Mendocino Rotary Club, Mendocino Presbyterian Church.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
It is always a good idea for clients to be informed on legal issues.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Happy to do so.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I would be reluctant to encourage clients to represent themselves in trust or elder abuse litigation matters.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I became interested in law which working as a health planner and relate to PL 93-641, which at that time, provided for nationwide health planning.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I worked for 18 years as a litigator before returning to school to earn a graduate degree in taxation.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I thoroughly enjoyed estate planning and estate and gift tax courses in law school.
What do you like best about your career?
Interaction of clients.
Tell us about your law firm:
We are a two attorney firm. I have a paralegal who assists me.
What are your strengths and style?
I believe my clients enjoy worked with me and recognize and appreciate my legal skills.
Personal Interests:
Reading, gardening, abalone, diving, and backpacking.
Office Manager/Assistant
Michele Robb.
Fax
(707) 961-4410
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Flat fee structure for Estate Plans and Business Formation fee varies depending on whether the individual or married, and other tax sensitive trust.
Hourly Rates
$250.
Free Initial Consultation?
1/2 hour.
Typical Retainer
On flat fee matters, 1/2 fee as deposit.
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