Monroe A. Seifer, Douglas G. Murken, Despina, James & Teichman, A Law Corporation, was established in 1979 by the law firm known today as Seifer, Murken, Despina, James & Teichman, A Law Corporation. Although the initial focus of the company was on tax planning, representation, and preparation of tax returns, it has provided competent, affordable and professional legal advice in many areas, including this website. Seifer Murken, Despina and James & Teichman are four skilled and experienced attorneys. Two skilled and experienced tax accountants make up the Seifer, Murken and Despina, A Law Corporation. The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization has certified two of its attorneys as specialists in their respective practice areas. Taxation, wills and estates, trusts, probate and business law are all areas of practice. Family law, real property law, personal injury, and general civil litigation are also included.