Michael D. Foster

Michael Foster counsels clients on a wide range of matters related to domestic and international tax planning, estate planning and commercial law. His clients include business enterprises in the fields of media and entertainment, sports, technology, e-commerce, real estate and other privately-held businesses in a variety of industries. He advises nonprofit and charitable organizations on tax and other legal matters. His clients also include executives, entrepreneurs, family offices, investors, entertainers, authors, athletes and high-net-worth individuals. He has experience advising and structuring start-up companies in film and television production, music, technology, e-commerce, real estate development, branding, licensing, and international trade. He has wide-ranging experience handling inbound and outbound international tax planning for business enterprises and individuals.

Concentrations

• Domestic and international income tax planning
• Domestic and international estate planning
• Individual, partnership, and corporate taxation
• Tax controversies and litigation
• Tax-exempt organizations
• Business transactions and commercial law
• Start-up businesses

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

• Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Tax Law, 2016-2025
• Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Southern California Super Lawyers, 2006-2007, 2010-2018
• Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2023