The Brotman Law team at their San Diego office

About Brotman Law

We Built a Tax Law Firm
Around People, Not Just Cases.

Since 2013, Brotman Law has represented businesses, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals facing serious tax problems — or looking to legally minimize what they pay.

Our Mission

We Believe You Can Achieve Great Things When Freed From the Burdens of Your Tax Problems.

We built Brotman Law for a specific kind of client — business owners, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals who build things, take risks, and move mountains on an almost daily basis.

They dream big and swing for the fences, even when it means they sometimes stumble. They're great at what they do. They just need someone in their corner who understands tax law as well as they understand their own business.

Tax is complicated enough. We make everything else as simple as we possibly can. That's what sets us apart — we don't just solve tax problems, we build relationships. And those relationships are what drive every decision we make.

At our core, this firm is a platform built for the success of our clients, our team members, and their families.

"First and foremost, we are a business founded on the idea that people do business with people."

Sam Brotman, Founding Attorney

Brotman Law — By the Numbers

Real Results for Real Clients

$100M+
Saved in Tax Penalties & Interest
$1B+
Saved in Taxes
$160M+
in ERC Tax Credits
400+
Clients Represented in an Audit
100+
Appeal Victories
150+
Multimillion & Billion-Dollar Corporate Transactions

These numbers represent real clients and real outcomes. Read the case studies →

Our Story

From One Client to One of California's Fastest-Growing Law Firms

December 28, 2013

Our First Client

The doors were not supposed to open for another five days, but someone got to us early and we resolved his issue before the clock struck midnight for 2014.

2014

Ocean Beach

The firm moves into its first formal office on Saratoga Avenue in the Ocean Beach neighborhood of San Diego. We were a small tax law firm with three employees, a laid-back vibe, and a killer ocean view.

2018

National Recognition

Brotman Law moves into our office at 402 W. Broadway. In that span our firm had developed into one of the leading tax firms in Southern California. We received national attention and contributed to articles for the New York Times (the front page) and the Wall Street Journal. Ranked 14th fastest-growing law firm in the country.

2024

Inc. 5000

Named one of the 8 fastest-growing legal firms in America by Inc. Magazine. Forbes Business Council member. Over $1B saved in taxes for clients.

November 2025

San Diego — Del Mar Heights

We moved to our Del Mar-area office in San Diego, marking an exciting new chapter — one defined by a larger team, expanded resources, and an even stronger ability to serve our clients. With over twelve years of truly stellar results and more than a billion dollars saved in taxes, we look forward to the future and to the legacy we are building as a firm.

What Drives Us

Our Core Values

We strive to be the firm that we would hire if faced with a difficult or challenging tax issue.

Deliver Exceptional Service

We understand our clients and what they need, we act with empathy, and aim to exceed expectations.

Solve Problems, Drive Results

We are tenacious, not afraid to fail, and eager to improve. We play to win.

Advocate for Success

We are not just solutions-oriented, we are personally and financially goal-oriented.

Be a Grown Up

We take ownership, we are accountable to our clients and each other, and we demonstrate professionalism and transparency.

Live Your Best Life

We set goals, invest in ourselves personally and professionally, and aspire to live joyful lives.

Our Team

Smart, Passionate, and Exceptional People

We place great value and investment in the people who work in our firm.

Samuel Brotman

Samuel Brotman

Owner & Managing Attorney
Michael Gough

Michael Gough

Director of Business Operations
Sahar Bijan

Sahar Bijan

Associate Attorney
Carlos Gomez

Carlos Gomez

Senior Attorney
Meet the Full Team
As Featured In & Recognized By
Super Lawyers The Wall Street Journal The New York Times Reuters Inc. 5000 Forbes Business Council

Get Started Today

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Schedule a brief call with our team to discuss your situation. We'll assess where things stand and outline your options — confidentially and without obligation.

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  • Every situation is different — you'll receive a custom assessment tailored to yours
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