John Michael Goralka

John M. Goralka, J.D., LL.M.
Business, Asset Protection, Tax & Estate Planning Attorney

John Goralka is a highly respected attorney specializing in business law, asset protection, tax planning, and estate planning. As the founder of The Goralka Law Firm, he has built a reputation for delivering innovative legal solutions that help individuals, families, and business owners secure their financial futures and protect their legacies.

John’s journey into law was deeply personal and shaped by his early experiences in tax law. While working as an income tax auditor and hearing officer for the California Franchise Tax Board, he pursued his law degree at night, gaining firsthand insight into tax disputes and financial planning. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in taxation, business law, and estate planning, allowing him to develop a comprehensive approach to legal counsel that integrates multiple disciplines.

Recognizing the need for flexibility as a single parent, John established his own firm in Sacramento, balancing his professional ambitions with his commitment to family. His firm has since grown into a trusted resource for clients seeking transformative legal strategies that benefit multiple generations. Over the years, John has represented families, business owners, and entrepreneurs, ensuring their legacies are protected and their financial futures secured.

John’s dedication to uncommon knowledge and innovative solutions has earned him a reputation as a leader in his field. His firm continues to serve clients across California and beyond, offering personalized legal counsel tailored to each individual’s unique needs. With a deep understanding of estate planning, tax law, and business strategy, John helps clients navigate complex legal challenges with confidence and clarity.

• Business Exit Planning

• Credit Cards Accepted

California

State Bar of California

ID Number: 137653

Since 1988

President and Lead Attorney

Goralka Law Firm P.C.

1996 - Current

Estate Planning, Probate and Trusts, Taxation, Business and Corporate Law, Asset Protection, Business Exit Planning

McGeorge School of Law

LL.M. (1993) | Master's Degree in Taxation Law

University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

J.D. (1988) | Graduated 4th in Class; Corpus Juris Secundum for overall legal scholarship in 1985 and 1988; Prentice Hall Tax Award in 1988; American Jurisprudence Award for Torts and Business Planning; Trainer's Society for Academic Scholarship; Order of the Coif

Honors: Graduated with Distinction

Sacramento State University

B.S. (1981) | Major: Accounting

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2025

Best Lawyers

2025

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2025 for work in: Tax Law Trusts and Estates

California State Bar  # 137653

Member

1988 - Current

To Buck the Third-Generation Curse, Focus on the Family Story

Kipliner

March 24, 2025

The 12 Biggest Estate Planning Mistakes, CSU Sacramento Alumni Association Seminar, California State University, Sacramento

November 13, 2024

CSU Sacramento Alumni Association

My 12 Biggest Estate Planning Mistakes seminar identifies some of the biggest oversights people make when constructing their estate plans. This session will cover important things to consider such as dealing with appreciated assets to minimize capital gains taxes, the benefits of avoiding probate, creating different income streams for retirement, protecting your legacy from divorce, lawsuits, creditor claims and estate tax, and more! Finally, the seminar will address new tax laws and the impact

Taxation Law in Sacramento

California State Bar