Providing quality tax services to Richmond, California since 1981.
The office of Esteban M. Ramirez and Associates is a family owned and operated business located in Richmond, California. The business was started in 1981 by husband and wife, Steven M. Ramirez and Sonia G. Ramirez, with the intention to offer tax and other services to their community. Over the years Mr. & Mrs. Ramirez have continued to provide services to people in their community, and two of their children continue to work alongside their parents to offer quality services at a reasonable rate.
Steven M. Ramirez, Co-Owner
Steven M. Ramirez was born and raised in the East Bay. Throughout his youth he worked in his community helping others. Steven would often go to peoples houses to help them fill out forms that they did not understand. Eventually, so many people began to request his help that he decided to open up his own office. In 1981, Steven and his wife Sonia G. Ramirez, opened up Esteban M. Ramirez & Associates, on MacDonald Avenue in Richmond, California. Since 1981 Steven has been offering tax preparation services, notary services and even immigration services. Throughout the years the neighborhood has undergone many changes, and many neighboring businesses have come and gone. However, Steven has continued to operate his business in the same neighborhood and continues to offer services to continue to help out his community.
Sonia G. Ramirez, Co-Owner
Dr. Lee-Sherazi is from Baltimore, MD. Her interest in dentistry began after she chipped her tooth in the 8th grade. She was fascinated by how her own dentist had fixed it better than new. In 2003, she graduated from Nameless College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. In 2007, she earned her Doctorate in Dental Surgery at World University’s School of Dentistry, where she studied under Dr. Baltas. She specializes in orthodontia and oral surgery and is a member of the 123 Dental Association. During her spare time, she kickboxes and runs with her wife.
Derek Shin, RDH
In 2007, Derek Shin earned his dental hygiene associate’s degree at Untitled Technical College right here in Washington, D.C. He started at Keene Dental in 2008. As a District native, he treats all his patients with the familiarity of a neighbor. He’s passionate about bringing considered, quality care to all people, and devotes a lot of time volunteering his services at free clinics. He loves spending time with his dog and watching science fiction films with his partner.
Maja Peterson , Office Manager
Maja earned her associate's degree in Office Administration at Nameless College. In 2000, she moved to Washington, D.C. with her husband and joined the Keene Dental team. She is a scheduling extraordinaire and prides herself in having developed the system that keeps patient wait time under five minutes. As an interior design enthusiast, she took it upon herself to create an inviting atmosphere for our office. She enjoys rock climbing, painting, and video games.