Freeman Tax Law

Freeman Tax Law has been helping San Jose property owners fight unfair assessments since 2008. We're a boutique firm that focuses exclusively on property tax appeals and assessment challenges, allowing us to develop deep expertise in this specialized area of law. Our personalized approach means every client works directly with experienced attorneys, not junior associates or paralegals. What makes us different is our commitment to taking only cases we believe we can win. We'd rather turn away questionable cases than disappoint clients with unrealistic expectations. This selective approach has resulted in one of the highest success rates in the Bay Area, with over 90% of our clients receiving meaningful reductions in their property tax assessments.

We provide comprehensive property tax appeal services designed specifically for the unique challenges facing Bay Area property owners. Our formal appeal process includes thorough property analysis, comparable sales research, and professional representation before county Assessment Appeals Boards. We handle all aspects of case preparation, from gathering evidence to presenting testimony, ensuring your appeal has the strongest possible foundation. Our assessment review service helps identify potential overpayments before they become chronic problems, saving clients thousands in unnecessary taxes. We're particularly skilled at Proposition 8 temporary reductions when market values decline below assessed values. For homeowners facing dramatic reassessments due to improvements or ownership changes, we provide strategic guidance on minimizing tax impact. We also handle business personal property appeals for small and medium-sized businesses whose equipment and fixtures may be overvalued. Our ongoing monitoring service tracks your assessments year after year, alerting you to potential issues before they become expensive problems. Unlike larger firms that treat property tax as a side practice, this is all we do, and our focused expertise shows in our results.

Our process starts with a detailed property analysis where we examine your assessment history, property characteristics, and local market conditions to determine appeal potential. If we identify a viable case, we gather comprehensive market data, inspect the property for assessment-affecting conditions, and prepare a detailed evidence package. We handle all paperwork and deadlines, working within the strict timelines required for successful appeals. Our preparation includes developing comparable sales analyses, identifying assessment errors, and preparing persuasive arguments tailored to each county's preferences. We represent you at all hearings and negotiations, presenting professional testimony that maximizes your chances of success. Throughout the process, we maintain close communication about case progress and strategy adjustments.

We focus exclusively on Santa Clara County, which allows us to develop deep relationships with local assessors and understand the nuances of each city's assessment practices. Our primary service areas include San Jose, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Cupertino, and surrounding communities. This geographic focus enables us to provide highly targeted strategies that reflect local market conditions and assessment patterns, giving our clients a significant advantage over firms that spread themselves too thin across multiple counties.