Kornblum Cochran Erickson & Harbison, LLP

Kornblum Cochran Erickson & Harbison brings a multidisciplinary approach to property tax appeals, combining our business law expertise with specialized knowledge of assessment challenges. Our team understands how property taxes impact overall business strategy and work to minimize tax burdens while supporting our clients' broader objectives. We represent a diverse clientele including small business owners, real estate investors, and established companies facing assessment disputes throughout the Bay Area. Our practical approach focuses on achieving real results that make a meaningful difference to our clients' bottom lines, not just winning legal arguments.

Our property tax services encompass the full spectrum of assessment challenges and tax planning strategies. We handle formal appeals before local assessment appeals boards, superior court proceedings, and administrative matters with the State Board of Equalization. Our team prepares comprehensive valuation analyses and presents compelling evidence packages tailored to each property's unique circumstances. We also provide proactive services including exemption applications for qualifying properties, assessment monitoring programs, and strategic advice on property improvements and ownership changes. Our business law background enables us to coordinate property tax strategies with broader corporate objectives, ensuring tax decisions support rather than hinder our clients' business goals and growth plans.

Our process starts with a thorough review of your property's assessment history, market conditions, and any unique factors affecting value. We analyze comparable properties, review assessment methodologies, and identify potential grounds for challenge based on our understanding of local practices. We prepare detailed evidence packages including market studies, property condition reports, and legal arguments supporting reduced assessments. Throughout the appeal process, we maintain close communication with clients, providing regular updates and explaining strategic decisions. Our goal is to resolve matters efficiently while achieving maximum tax relief for our clients.

We serve property owners throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices conveniently located to serve clients in San Francisco, San Mateo, Alameda, and surrounding counties. Our attorneys are familiar with local assessment practices, hearing procedures, and market conditions across these diverse jurisdictions, enabling us to provide effective representation tailored to each area's specific requirements.