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Anthony M. Vienna
Law Office of Anthony M. Vienna
601 S Figueroa St.
27th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Phone: (213) 485-1555 | Fax: (213) 228-8461
http://anthonyvienna.com/
Business and Tax Specialist
Legal Topic
Business Law
Preferred New Clients
Closely Held Businesses - Up to 1,000 Employees; Up to $300M in Revenue.
Sub-Categories
Banking & Finance
- Commercial Leasing
- Venture Capital
- 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
- Public Offerings
- Shareholders' Rights
- 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
- Non-Compete Contracts
- Secured Transactions
- Uniform Commercial Code
- Warranties
- Communication & Media
- Internet
- Film
- Computer Law
- Digital Signatures
- Domain Names
- Electronic Commerce
Bar Admissions
CA, Jan 1970
Bar Number: 46102
Specialty Certifications
Tax.
Other Court Admissions
California Supreme Court and U.S. Tax Court.
Association Memberships
American Bar Association, Los Angeles County Bar Association, and National Center for Employee Ownership.
Continuing Education
I attend continuing legal seminars on tax and deferred compensation issues.
Example Cases
I have worked on 20 leveraged Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP) transactions involving the tax deferred sale of company stock to employees through the ESOP. I have assisted several clients who have been involved in ERISA litigation involving ESOP Transactions. I frequently prepare and/or review transaction documents for small to medium size businesses involved in merger and acquisition transactions as well.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
University of Southern California
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1969
Honors:
13th in class of 139.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Law Review.
Degree:
Bachelor of Science
School:
California State University
City:
Long Beach
State:
CA
Year:
1964
Focus and Accomplishments:
Certified Public Accountant.
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Business Law, Tax Law, Deferred Compensation, Mergers and Acquisitions, Employee Stock Ownership Plans for Closely Held Companies, and Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) compliance and controversies.
Solo practice since 1993.
Previous Employment Summary
Various large and small law firms; most prominently, Baker & McKenzie (then the world's largest law firm) from 1985 to 1993.
Activities and Awards
AV-Rated in Martindale Hubbell and Certified Public Accountant (inactive status).
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I believe clients should refer to as many websites and internet sources as possible, but there are limits to this and when anything unusual confronts them, they should consult counsel.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Often times, it is more expensive to revise documents than to simply start with established forms we have in our practice.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I often coach clients who do their own business negotiations, but I can also handle such negotiations for them.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I worked as an accountant and an Internal Revenue Agent and decided that being a lawyer gave me the best chance to assist clients on significant and important matters.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My background as an Internal Revenue Agent and Certified Public Accountant.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
My primary area has always been tax and financial transactions because of my accounting training.
What do you like best about your career?
The ability to help clients accomplish lifetime goals and to make successes out of their businesses.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner and my clients get direct attention from me. I use experienced paralegal assistance (my daughter) to minimize costs for routine documents and filings. She also serves as a proofreader and prepares original estate planning documents for me. She and I have worked together for 20 years.
What are your strengths and style?
My ability to listen, empathize and understand what a client needs. My experience allows me to be practical and to steer clients around unnecessary complexity. I also have extensive negotiating experience and can help my clients work through difficult business transactions.
Personal Interests:
I work for the Catholic Church. My wife and I love to travel and to stay close to our family through vacations, holidays and frequent home gatherings.
Office Manager/Assistant
Mary Gray.
Fax
(213) 228-8461
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For emergency after hours, please call (323) 251-0786.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I work on retainer arrangements for clients who are not sure of their needs.
Hourly Rates
$300.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, for one to two hours depending on circumstances.
Typical Retainer
No.
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