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I serve as Of Counsel in the Taxation, Trusts & Estates department at Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP, where I focus on devising creative and practical solutions to complex tax issues.

In my practice, I regularly advise both individuals and business entities on a broad array of tax-related matters. These include M&A transactions, financing, internal corporate restructurings, Section 1031 exchanges, and deferred compensation. Additionally, I design and implement strategies for tax-efficient estate planning, wealth transfer, and business succession that cater to the needs of individuals, families, and executives across the wealth spectrum.

Originally from Iowa, I now enjoy the California lifestyle, which includes surfing, playing tennis, and dressing up my dog in elaborate outfits.

I earned my law degree from Loyola Law School and subsequently obtained a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree in Taxation from New York University.

Practice Areas
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Tax Law
Business Taxes, Criminal Tax Litigation, Estate Tax Planning, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits, Tax Planning
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
State Bar of California
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Education
New York University School of Law
LL.M. (2007) | Taxation
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Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
J.D. (2003)
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University of Northern Iowa
B.A. (1999) | Finance
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Professional Associations
The State Bar Of California
Member
Current
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Sara Baird's Website Profile
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Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP Website
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Contact & Map
Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP
Los Angeles
1900 Avenue of the Stars
7th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90067
US
Telephone: (310) 785-5385