DLA Piper

DLA Piper's Palo Alto office brings decades of legal expertise to property tax consulting, serving Silicon Valley's dynamic real estate market. Our team combines deep knowledge of California tax law with strategic business acumen to help property owners navigate complex assessment challenges. We understand that property taxes represent a significant ongoing expense for businesses and individuals alike. Our attorneys work closely with clients to identify opportunities for tax reduction while ensuring full compliance with local regulations. Whether you're dealing with a routine assessment review or a complex commercial property appeal, we provide the sophisticated legal support you need.

Our comprehensive property tax services encompass every aspect of assessment appeals and tax reduction strategies. We handle residential and commercial property assessments, conducting thorough reviews to identify discrepancies and overvaluations. Our team prepares and files formal appeals with local assessment boards, presenting compelling evidence to support reduced valuations. We also provide ongoing assessment monitoring services, tracking your property's assessed value year over year to catch potential issues early. For complex properties, we coordinate with certified appraisers and valuation experts to build strong cases. Additionally, we offer strategic planning services to help clients understand how property improvements, market changes, and legal developments might affect their tax liability. Our litigation capabilities ensure we can represent clients through all levels of the appeals process, from local boards to state courts when necessary.

We begin each engagement with a comprehensive property assessment review, analyzing recent assessments, comparable sales data, and market conditions. Our attorneys work with certified appraisers to establish accurate property valuations and identify grounds for appeal. Once we've developed a strategy, we prepare detailed appeal documentation and represent clients before assessment boards. Throughout the process, we maintain transparent communication about case progress and potential outcomes. If initial appeals aren't successful, we're prepared to pursue formal litigation to protect our clients' interests.

We serve property owners throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, with particular expertise in San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Alameda counties. Our Palo Alto location provides convenient access for clients throughout Silicon Valley, from San Jose to San Francisco. We regularly appear before assessment appeals boards in all major Bay Area jurisdictions.