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About Brandt
Biography
With extensive legal and professional experience, Brandt R. Stickel leads Hogan & Stickel, Inc., where he focuses in estate planning, probate, trust administration, conservatorships, and business organization. Brandt’s academic background includes degrees from UC Berkeley, the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and Willamette University College of Law, as well as an LL.M. in taxation from Golden Gate University. After practicing civil litigation for sixteen years, he joined forces with Sean J. Hogan to form Hogan & Stickel, Inc. in 2006 and became principal of the firm following Mr. Hogan’s retirement. Over the last several years Brandt, the firm CPA Larry Flores, and partner Amanda Pekin have maintained a regular column in the Mendocino County Real Estate Magazine, with informative articles devoted to estate planning and tax issues. Brandt is deeply invested in the Mendocino Coast, contributing to several nonprofit organizations and actively participating in local community life. He is recognized for his dedication to educating clients and guiding them toward their legal goals with personalized, thoughtful counsel.
tax informed estate planning and trust administration. northern california
client education oriented estate planning. northern california
tax counseling and preparation of state and federal tax returns. northern california
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Tax
80%
Estate Planning
20%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2026
Licenses
Licensed in California for 38 years
State: California
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
Hogan & Stickel, Inc.
(707) 961-4410
Fax
811 N Main St, Fort Bragg, CA, 95437-3018
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Posted by Mary | January 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Mr. Stickel works well with his clients.
Brandt Stickel is a thorough and diligent lawyer. He helped my brother and I through a 3 year difficult probate. Brandt is conscientious and assiduous. The best Tax Lawyer and the best Probate Lawyer.
Posted by Arthur | January 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Probate
successfully defended a contested will
Brandt and his office really helped my sister and I navigate a messy inheritance/will problem. Brandt communicated well and promptly. He was always pro-active and always kept us informed. He explained things well and us helped us choose the appropriate options for response. His services and exp...
Posted by John | December 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Freindly and considerant.
Brandt was very attentive, patient, courteous, and explained the pros and cons of my situation in an understanding manner.
Posted by Ellie | December 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Need legal advice?`
Brant listens carefully to any and all of your concerns, and more than once, has come up with better and wiser solutions than I had considered before consulting him. (He has been our attorney for years}. You will enjoy and benefit from his advice.
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Experience
Honors
2026
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Education
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Willamette University College of Law
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University of California - Berkeley
Languages
English