About Us
Amir Atashi-Rang
Principle and Founder
Amir is licensed to practice law in California and Texas and he is a Certified Specialist, Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Amir also holds a Master of Law in Taxation degree. He started our boutique law firm back in May 2005 and has been selected to Super Lawyers for seven consecutive years starting in 2016. When Amir is not working, you can find him and his wife and their dog, Blake, exploring new trails.
Michael Sly
Senior Associate
Michael is a senior associate attorney who started working at our firm as an intern in 2021. He majored in Political Science at UC Berkeley before going to Golden Gate University School of Law. Michael recently received his Master of Law in Taxation through New York University’s Executive LLM program. He lives in the El Sobrante area with his wife and his dog Ronin.
Blake
Blake is Amir’s estate planning mentor. Most people think that estate planning is hard work but it’s not … and, here are the secrets: First, it’s imperative to start the day with a long hike. Second, you have to take breaks once every two hours. Third, eating snacks and treats throughout the day, preferably once every two hours, should never be overlooked. Fourth, play time and laughter is just as important as work. Amir has come a long way but he still has room for improvement.
Ronin
Ronin’s main duty is keeping Michael on his daily schedule. Breakfast (for Ronin) and coffee (for Michael) must be served every morning at 8:30 sharp. In the afternoon, it’s time to patrol the neighborhood for cats and check the bushes for any new smells. Ronin also cares about the environment. Whether he’s snacking on leftover veggies or monitoring the kitchen floor, he’s always ready to lend a helping paw in the fight against food waste.
Michael (Misha) Rang
Junior Law Clerk
Misha is a junior at Basis High School. He is participating in educational camps this summer at Georgetown and Drexel. He hopes to study business or law in the future. In his free time, he enjoys playing basketball, and spending time with Bravo.
Bravo
Bravo is Misha’s partner in crime. Whether he’s making a silly face or a funny noise, he never fails to make Misha laugh. He enjoys morning walks, drinking from the pool, sleeping, and, most of all, dinner. When dinnertime comes around, Bravo shines—you can always count on those puppy-dog eyes making an appearance.