About Brian John
Brian John McLaughlin is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1980. His license is currently in active status. Mr. McLaughlin is a partner at Turnbull & McLaughlin, a law firm specializing in estate planning and business law, located at 655 University Avenue, Suite 100, Sacramento, California. He has been practicing law for over 45 years, serving clients throughout the Sacramento area.
Mr. McLaughlin earned his Juris Doctor degree from the McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, in 1980. He furthered his legal education by obtaining a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation from the same institution in 1982. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology.
Mr. McLaughlin's practice areas include estate planning, business law, wills, and trusts. He represents individuals and businesses in matters involving the creation and administration of trusts, preparation of wills, and business succession planning. His practice encompasses all stages of legal work, including initial consultations, document drafting, negotiations, and representation in probate proceedings.
Throughout his career, Mr. McLaughlin has handled cases in various courts, including the Superior Court of California for the County of Sacramento and the U.S. Tax Court. He has extensive experience in both state and federal courts, providing comprehensive legal services to his clients.
Mr. McLaughlin is an active member of the California State Bar, participating in the Business and Tax Section and the Estate Planning Section. He is also a member of the Better Business Bureau. He is fluent in English, allowing him to effectively serve the diverse communities of the Sacramento area.
