Atty. David Macfarlane Doering

Atty. David Macfarlane Doering

David Macfarlane Doering is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization, zoning, planning and land use, environmental law and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years.

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About David Macfarlane Doering at a glance

David Macfarlane Doering is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at David M. Doering. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on citizenship, immigration, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Colorado (inactive) (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1980), and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1976) and New York University (B.A. New, 1972). Active member of Treasurer, Colorado Chapter, 1982-1983 Vice Chairman, 1984—, Denver, Colorado and American Bar Associations American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Macfarlane Doering is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization, zoning, planning and land use, environmental law and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • David practices at David M. Doering in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Macfarlane Doering's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Macfarlane Doering handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Citizenship & Naturalization

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Macfarlane Doering

Where is David Macfarlane Doering's law office located?
David Macfarlane Doering's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is David M. Doering. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Macfarlane Doering handle?
David Macfarlane Doering focuses on citizenship, immigration, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Macfarlane Doering practiced law?
David Macfarlane Doering has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did David Macfarlane Doering go to law school?
David Macfarlane Doering earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A. New, 1972).
How can I contact David Macfarlane Doering for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1976
B.A. New
New York University
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Colorado (inactive)
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982

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