Law Offices of Jerry Fong

The Law Offices of Jerry Fong brings over 15 years of specialized experience in property tax appeals and assessment challenges to Los Altos area property owners. Our practice combines technical expertise in property valuation with strategic legal advocacy to help clients reduce their property tax burden through legitimate appeal processes. We understand that property taxes are often your second-largest expense after your mortgage, making assessment accuracy crucial to your financial well-being. Our targeted approach focuses on identifying genuine overassessments and building compelling cases that county assessors take seriously. We've successfully handled hundreds of appeals ranging from residential homes to commercial properties throughout Silicon Valley.

Our comprehensive property tax services include detailed assessment reviews, evidence development, and full representation through the appeals process. We start each case with thorough market analysis comparing your assessed value to recent comparable sales and current market conditions. Our team prepares detailed evidence packages that may include property inspections, comparable sales analyses, and professional appraisals when warranted. We handle all aspects of the formal appeal process, from initial filing through final resolution, including representation at assessment appeals board hearings. For properties experiencing temporary market declines, we process Proposition 8 applications for decline-in-value relief. We also assist with new construction valuations to ensure proper base year value establishment and provide ongoing assessment monitoring to identify future appeal opportunities. Our business clients benefit from personal property assessment reviews covering equipment, furniture, fixtures, and technology assets that may be overvalued or improperly classified.

We begin with a comprehensive consultation and initial assessment review to determine if your property has appeal potential. Our analysis includes researching comparable sales, examining assessment methodology, and identifying any valuation errors or inappropriate approaches. When we identify legitimate grounds for appeal, we develop a comprehensive evidence package and file all required documentation within statutory deadlines. We represent you at all hearings and handle negotiations with county assessors to achieve the best possible outcome. Throughout the process, we maintain regular communication while managing all administrative requirements that property owners often find overwhelming.

We primarily serve property owners throughout Santa Clara County, with our Los Altos office conveniently located to serve clients in Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, San Jose, and surrounding communities. Our deep familiarity with local market conditions and assessment practices provides valuable advantages in building successful appeal cases. We also handle select matters in adjacent counties for existing clients with multi-property portfolios.