Local Connections International Reach


Local Connections International Reach


Local Connections International Reach


Local Connections

International Reach

 INTERNATIONAL ESTATE & TAX

Our firm is as international as our clients – modern families increasingly face cross-border and international issues in their estate planning. Our firm leverages our sophisticated domestic estate and tax planning and integrates it with the specialized needs of our international clients. We frequently resolve issues of non-resident alien, temporary visa, and permanent resident estate taxation, guardianship planning, and wealth transfer 

TAX & CONTROVERSY

Our firm strives to provide our clients sophisticated and compliant tax structures to enhance the tax efficiency of their businesses and estates. Our firm analyzes Federal, State, and local, income, estate, and property taxes so has to develop a comprehensive tax strategy for our clients. We frequently litigate issues of tax controversy in the United States Tax Court, IRS Appeals, and local tax boards.  

REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT

Our firm considers ourselves as builders of legal structures and we are proud of our active community of real estate builders and developers. Our firm provides foundational support for the formation of real estate development companies and transactional support through financing, to buildout, to sale. We frequently form multi-member-multi-tier real estate development LLCs, review loan agreements for secured financing, and counsel on final real estate sales. 

Diligence 

Passion

Expertise

Diligence. Passion. Expertise.

We found Michael & Xiaowei when I was thrown into a terrible situation. I got sued. Michael & Xiaowei applied their legal expertise to help me understand a confusing and contentious legal process. I feel so relieved after I found them. They quickly and successfully helped me resolve my problem so I could move on with my life. They are truly the best.

Weina T.

Michael is a good listener and has incredible patience… He made sure I understood what was happening in my case and answered every question I had. I recommend him to every one who needs estate planning and trust administration services.

Chen. Z.

My family and I have a very complicated estate and I have interviewed many attorneys before Michael and Xiaowei. They are the only ones who truly understood how to plan for a large and complex estate, especially for the international estate planning issues that were in my situation. I highly recommend them to families who have large estates or international backgrounds.

Jessica L.

Xiaowei carefully listened to our thoughts and goals about our plan then pointed out the advantages and drawbacks of our initial thoughts. She also applied her knowledge and experience to provide us alternatives to achieve our goals and compare the alternatives with our original plan. With her help, we were able to make informed decisions and we feel so safe and comfortable to have her as our attorney.

Helen C.

Mr. Michael Lee is a pretty accomplished lawyer here, so I really don’t think you have to worry about anything from a technical point of view. Judge Johnson from US Federal Court during case administration.

Michael is understanding and 100% helpful, anticipating and fielding common nerve wracking questions and inquiries. Never showing frustration or that we’ve been bothersome in any way. He knew his stuff and we literally couldn’t have been more prepared and as comfortable as possible.

Teresa V.

Mr. Lee is AMAZING, and will manage your situation – no matter how complex – with Dignity, Understanding, and Strength. He is Knowledgeable, Patient, Supportive, and Firm. Moreover, he understands human nature and the law. Even having worked in law, it is Rare to find an attorney who is actually interested in his clients’ well being – first. That is what we have found and what you will find, too, in Michael Lee.

Lilly L.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

650.678.6666

info@ruiattorneys.com