Practice areas: Family Law, Business & Corporate, Tax; view more
Licensed in California since: 1981
Education: University of San Diego School of Law
Languages spoken: English, Spanish
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Blanchard, Krasner & French
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La Jolla, CA 92037 Visit website
Mark Krasner CPA ESQ stands as a pillar in the legal and financial realms, bringing over 36 years of competence as both a certified public accountant and attorney. As a founding partner of Blanchard, Krasner & French, his practice spans a diverse array of fields, including mergers and acquisitions, real estate, tax matters, family law, and corporate structuring, among others. His primary mission is to guide clients in maximizing their financial gains while minimizing potential losses.
A distinguished graduate, Mr. Krasner earned his Bachelor of Science summa cum laude in accounting from San Diego State University, followed by a Juris Doctor magna cum laude from the University of San Diego School of Law. His professional credentials are extensive, with licenses in California, New York and Washington, D.C., and admissions to several prestigious courts, including the United States Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims and the U.S. Tax Court, as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Northern Districts of California.
Mr. Krasner's contributions to the field extend beyond his practice; he is a seasoned speaker and author, sharing insights on topics such as due diligence and other concerns in mergers and acquisitions as well as tax, estate and succession planning. He is a prominent figure in the legal community, known not only for his professional acumen but also for his deep commitment to community service and philanthropy. His involvement spans a diverse array of organizations, each reflecting his dedication to fostering positive change and supporting various causes.
A consummate professional through and through, Mr. Krasner’s reputation is further solidified by an AV Preeminent peer-review rating* through Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting his exceptional legal acumen and ethical standards for 16 consecutive years.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Family Law, Business/Corporate, Tax: Business, Estate & Trust Litigation, Estate Planning & Probate, Mergers & AcquisitionsFocus areas
Business Formation and Planning, Business Organizations, Estate Planning, Probate & Estate Administration, Tax Law
- 20% Family Law
- 30% Business/Corporate
- 20% Tax: Business
- 10% Estate & Trust Litigation
- 10% Estate Planning & Probate
- 10% Mergers & Acquisitions
First Admitted: 1981, California
Professional Webpage: https://www.bkflaw.com/attorneys/mark-krasner/
Bar / Professional Activity
- The Expert Network
- IR Global
- Estate Planning Council
- Nevada Society of CPAs
- California Society of CPAs
- The American Institute of CPAs
- American Academy of Attorney-CPAs
- Foothills Bar Association
- La Jolla Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- San Diego County Bar Association
- Board Member, National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges
- San Diego County Bar Association
- La Jolla Bar Association
- Foothills Bar Association
- American Academy of Attorney-CPAs
- The American Institute of CPAs
- California Society of CPAs
- California Bar
- New York Bar
- Washington, DC Bar
- U.S. Court of Federal Claims
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
- U.S. Tax Court
- U.S. Supreme Court
Special Licenses / Certifications
- California
- Nevada
Pro bono / Community Service
- Board Member, Big Brother Big Sister of Northern Nevada
- Board Member, Jolla Village Merchants Association
- Board Member, Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada
- Jewish Family Services
- Nevada Art Museum
- Promises 2 Kids
- San Diego Opera
- San Diego Zoo
- Scripps Memorial Hospital
- YWCA of San Diego County (Domestic Violence Awareness & Prevention)
Honors
- Best Lawyer in La Jolla, La Jolla Village News, 2009
- Martindale-Hubbell AV rated preeminent
- Top Attorneys in San Diego
Educational Background
- San Diego State University, BS Accounting, Summa Cum Laude
- American Bar Association
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Published: Executive Spotlight “Top Lawyers: The Secrets to Their Success,” Worldwide Publishing
- Speaker: “Due diligence and Other Concerns in Mergers and Acquisitions,” CPA/Law Forum Seminar
- Speaker: “Tax, Estate and Succession Planning,” co-sponsored with American Express/IDS
- Speaker: “Tax-Free Exchanges,” Chicago Title Seminar
- Speaker: “Forms of Business Organization,” Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)
- Speaker: “Partnerships,” Continuing Education of the Bar
- Speaker: “Tax Planning for Business Owners,” Merrill Lynch Conference
- Speaker: “Mergers & Acquisitions,” National Law Foundation
- Speaker: “Recent Tax and Other Developments,” Foothills Bar Association
- Speaker: “Recent Developments in California Family Law,” National Law Foundation
- Speaker: “Retirement Planning,” National Law Foundation
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Martindale Hubbel AV ranking. Highest Ranking Awarded
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2018 - 2026