Overview
Lawrence is a tax principal at CLA with a specialized focus in the real estate industry. With technical experience in tax compliance, planning, and consulting services, Lawrence has a track record of providing strong guidance to individuals, trusts, partnerships, corporations, and foundations. His expertise also extends to gift tax and Section 1031 like-kind exchange analysis and processing, including forward, reverse, and multiple property exchanges.
Lawrence has extensive experience serving high net worth individuals, closely held businesses, and large real estate family-owned offices. He is dedicated to fulfilling clients' needs and takes pride in building lasting relationships with them.
Lawrence embodies CLA's promise to "know you and help you," ensuring that each client receives personalized and comprehensive tax solutions.
Education
- Accounting Certificate, UCLA Extension - Los Angeles, California
- Bachelor of Science in Statistical Sciences from the University of Western Ontario - London, Ontario, Canada
- Bachelor of Science in Human Biology, Doctorate of Chiropractic from the National University of Health Sciences - Chicago, Illinois
In the community
- Certified Public Accountant in the State of California
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- California Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Century City Chamber of Commerce, Executive Council member and Chairman of the Board for 2019, 2024, and currently in 2025
- Member of Urban Land Institute