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Bruce Givner

Estate tax. Asset protection. Income tax. Audits. Tough problems? CPAs and other attorneys call us.

Bruce is the most professional lawyer that really makes his clients feel comfortable and explains things on al levels.

- Jeremy, a Estate Planning client

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- a Trusts client

Overview

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11 Reviews

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29 Peer Endorsements

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Contributor level 16

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Practice Areas

90% Tax
37 years, 2,000 cases
10% Estate Planning
37 years, 1,200 cases

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Givner & Kaye, A Professional Corporation

12100 Wilshire Boulevard

Suite 445

Los Angeles, CA 90025

Office: 310-207-8008
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Complex Tax Issues

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English

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Our practice is: (i) 20%tax ltigation, tax audits and tax appeals; (ii) 20% asset protection planning; (iii) 20% income tax planning; and... more

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Client Reviews	Average Client Rating Current or former client? Write a review 11 reviews “Bruce is the most professional lawyer that really makes his clients feel comfortable and explains things on al levels.” Posted by: Jeremy, about 5 years ago. Client Review: Bruce Givner is the most intelligent lawyer I have ever met and dealt with. His knowledge goes beyond all expectations and his experience within his... more Flag “Client Review” Posted by: a Trusts client, about 5 years ago. Client Review: My wife and I met with Bruce Givner to establish a family trust. Bruce and his colleagues were extremely competent, and they provided the... more Flag View all 11 reviews
Peer Endorsements	Endorsements 29 endorsements Lawyers: Endorse this lawyer I endorse this lawyer. An excellent grasp of the issues and a gracious nature that should be modeled in the profession. Endorsement from lawyer: Evan Nielsen , Redlands (CA), 8 days ago Excellent attorney! Endorsement from lawyer: Tatiana Kadetskaya , Philadelphia (PA), 8 days ago View all 29 endorsements

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“Bruce is the most professional lawyer that really makes his clients feel comfortable and explains things on al levels.”

Posted by: Jeremy, about 5 years ago.

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29 endorsements

Lawyers: Endorse this lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. An excellent grasp of the issues and a gracious nature that should be modeled in the profession.

Endorsement from lawyer: Evan Nielsen , Redlands (CA), 8 days ago

Excellent attorney!

Endorsement from lawyer: Tatiana Kadetskaya , Philadelphia (PA), 8 days ago

Résumé

License

37 years since Bruce Givner was first licensed to practice law.

State	License status	Year acquired	Last updated by Avvo
California	Active	1976	03/18/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position	Duration
Shareholder at Givner & Kaye, A Professional Corporation	2009–present
Shareholder at Bruce Givner, A Professional Corporation	1994–2009

See all 6 job entries

Education

School	Major	Degree	Graduated
New York University School of Law	Tax	LL.M - Master of Laws	1977
Columbia University School of Law	Law	JD - Juris Doctor	1976

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Awards

Award Name	Granting Organization	Date
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2013
Super Lawyer	Super Lawyers	2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2009
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2008
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2007
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2006
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2005
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2004
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2003
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2002
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2001
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2000
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1999
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1998
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1997
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1996
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1995
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1994
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1993
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1992
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1991
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1990
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1989
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1988
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1987
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1986
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1985
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1984
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1983
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	1982

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Associations

Position	Association Name	Duration
Section of Taxation, Employee Benefits Committee	American Bar Association	2008–present
Section of Taxation, Estate And Gift Taxes Committee	American Bar Association	2008–present

See all 9 association entries

Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 16

Answers:	1,185	Legal Answers
	40	Best Answers - chosen by asker
	752	Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
	191	Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides:	4	Legal Guides
	1	Staff Pick

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Law Offices of Givner & Kaye

Cases

Nichols Estate v. Commissioner

Outcome: IRS asserted $14,000,000 deficiency

Bonny Lee Bakley Estate

Outcome: Assets distributed to children.

Boss Hogg of the Dukes Of Hazard

Outcome: Millions in deductible contributions

Publications

Article	Publication	Date
Attacking The IRS: Ignorance or Stupidity?	Accounting Today	2013
Another View Of The IRS Scandal	Los Angeles Daily Journal	2013

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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name	Conference	Date
The New Revocable Irrevocable Trust	The Ultimate Estate Planner, Inc.	2012
Flexible Irrevocable Trusts	The Ultimate Estate Planner, Inc.	2011

The CPA's Role In Asset Protection Planning	The Ultimate Estate Planner, Inc.	2011
All You Need To Know About Business Succession Planning	The Ultimate Estate Planner, Inc.	2011
Large Pension Deductions For Closely Held Busiensses	The Ultimate Estate Planner, Inc.	2011
Hot 2011 Year-End Tax Planning Strategies	The Ultimate Estate Planner, Inc.	2011
Estate Tax Planning And The Economic Substance Doctrine: An Uneasy Combination	The Northwestern Branch	2011
Preparer and Other Penalties	California CPA Society Webinar	2011
Integrated Wealth Strategies: A Walk Through The Mr. and Mrs. White Case Study	The Ultimate Estate Planner, Inc.	2010
What You Need To Know About T-CLATs - Testamentary Charitable Lead Annuity Trusts	The Ultimate Estate Planner, Inc.	2010
QPRTs - Beyond The Basics	The Ultimate Estate Planner, Inc.	2010
Evaluating Eight Alternatives For Protecting The Personal Residence	The Ultimate Estate Planner, Inc.	2010
Estate And Financial Planning For A Cataclysmic Economy	San Gabriel Valley Estate Planning Council	2009
Estate & Financial Planning For A Cataclysmic Economy	L.A. Estate Planning Council	2009
Estate And Financial Planning For A Cataclysmic Economy	L.A. Chapter of the California CPA Society	2009
Current Aggressive IRS And FTB Audits	Beverly Hills Bar Association Tax Section	2009
Protecting The Personal Residence	West San Gabriel Valley Discussion Group Of The L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	2007
The CPA's Role In Multi-Variable Planning	West San Gabriel Valley Discussion Group Of The L.A. Cahpter Of The California CPA Society	2007
Practice & Philosophy Of Tax Planning In A Hostile Environment	Santa Clarita Valley Discussion Group Of The L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	2007
Practice & Philosophy Of Tax Planning In A Hostile Environment	San Fernando Valley Discussion Group Of The L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	2007
Creditor Benefits Of Tax Planning Structures	Hollywood/Beverly Hills Discussion Group Of The L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	2007
Estate Tax Planning & Audit Update	Hollywood/Beverly Hills Discussion Group of the L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	2007
Creditor Benefits Of Tax Planning Structures	Whittier Area Discussion Group Of The L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	2006
Practice & Philosophy Of Tax Planning In A Hostile Environment	Santa Clarita Discussion Group Of The L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	2006
Practice & Philosophy Of Tax Planning In A Hostile Environment	San Fernando Valley Discussion Group Of The L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	2006
Practice & Philosophy Of Tax Planning In A Hostile Environment	Pasadena Area Discussion Group Of The L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	2006
Impact Of Timing On Tax Planning	State Bar Convention	2003
ESOPs: An Update	Estate Leaders Study Group	2003
Generating Large Deductions For Owners Of Closely Held Businesses	Pasadena Area Discussion Group Of The L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	2002
Income Tax And Capital Gains Tax: Opportunities To Reduce, Defer And Eliminate	CPA Law Forum	2002
Estate Planning Practices: Planning For A Potential Repeal	San Fernando Valley Estate Planning Council	2000
Sophisticated Post-Mortem Funding & Distribution Issues	Pasadena Area Discussion Group Of The L.A. Area Chapter Of The California CPA Society	1999
Legislative Developments & Sophisticated Tax Planning	Association Of San Fernando Valley CPAs	1999
Sophisticated Post-Mortem Funding and Distribution Issues	Annual Institute on Federal Taxation	1999
Current Developments & Strategies In Estate Planning	Hollywood/Beverly Hills Area Discussion Group Of The L.A. Chapter Of The California CPA Society	1998
Planning For The Marital Deduction	Annual Institute on Federal Taxation	1992
Tax Season Got You A Bit Upset?	General Membership Breakfast Meeting	1991
Selected ERISA Litigation Developments	Employee Benefits Subsection Annual Program	1991
Building Your Estate Planning Practice	1991 Estate Planning Conference	1991
Planning For Distribution of Retirement Benefits	1989 Estate Planning Conference

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