Agustín Ceballos, Tax Attorney in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA
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Agustín Ceballos is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Tax.
- Based in
- San Diego, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Tax
- Handles Tax matters from San Diego, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026).
About Agustín Ceballos: Agustín Ceballos is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Tax.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Agustín takes on
Agustín concentrates on tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Agustín handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax cases in San Diego, California
Agustín takes tax matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Agustín agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Agustín Ceballos — tax lawyer in San Diego
Agustín Ceballos is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Tax.
Agustín Ceballos is a Shareholder and Chair of Buchalter’s Latin America practice group and a member of the Corporate and Tax, Benefits and Estate Planning practice groups.
Working with Agustín on a tax matter
Agustín Ceballos is a Shareholder and Chair of Buchalter’s Latin America practice group and a member of the Corporate and Tax, Benefits and Estate Planning practice groups.
Who Agustín represents
Agustín reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Georgetown University
J.D. · 2008
Agustín studied at J.D. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Agustín completed J.D. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Agustín runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Agustín has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2024-2025 for work in:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — International
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026). Best Lawyers in America — from 2024-2025 for work in: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates - 2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2024 (2026).
Locations
Agustín Ceballos's office in San Diego
Agustín's primary office is at 655 West Broadway, Suite 1600, San Diego, California, 92101-8494. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Agustín Ceballos — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Agustín usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Agustín charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Agustín's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Agustín will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a tax attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Agustín
Agustín discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Agustín confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Agustín's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Agustín Ceballos
How much does it cost to hire Agustín for a tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Agustín walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Agustín offer a free consultation?
Agustín charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Agustín's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Agustín's current terms during booking.
How long do tax cases in California typically take?
Simple tax matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Agustín gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Agustín take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Agustín is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Agustín will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Agustín?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Agustín will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Agustín accepting new tax clients right now?
Agustín's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Tax attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Agustín handles tax matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified tax attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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