Atty. David M. Bertenthal

Atty. David M. Bertenthal

David Bertenthal, resident in the firm’s San Francisco office, has substantial experience representing debtors, unsecured creditors, and secured creditors in chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings. He also has substantial experience in nonbankruptcy commercial litigation and transactional matters.

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About David M. Bertenthal at a glance

David M. Bertenthal is an Attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1993). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1993) and Cornell University (B.S., 1989). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Bertenthal, resident in the firm’s San Francisco office, has substantial experience representing debtors, unsecured creditors, and secured creditors in chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings
  • He also has substantial experience in nonbankruptcy commercial litigation and transactional matters
  • He has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America since 2021 in the practice area of Litigation - Bankruptcy
  • He is a graduate of Cornell University and earned his J.D. from Hastings College of the Law
  • Clerkships •Judicial extern, Joseph T. Sneed (9th Cir. 1993) News PSZJ Attorneys Named in 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch August 15, 2024 PSZJ Attorneys Named in 2024 Edition of Best Lawyers in America August 17, 2023 PSZJ Attorneys Named in 2023 Edition of Best Lawyers in America August 18, 2022 PSZJ Attorneys Named in 2022 Edition of Best Lawyers in America August 19, 2021 PSZJ Attorneys Named in 2021 Edition of Best Lawyers in America August 20, 2020 Prince Sports Confirms Reorganization Plan
  • Shifts From Manufacturing Business to Licensing Operation August 1, 2012 Successful Retail Liquidation: Plan Confirmed in Filene's Basement Chapter 11 Case January 26, 2010

Practice Areas Explained

David M. Bertenthal's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 M. Bertenthal

Where is David M. Bertenthal's law office located?
David M. Bertenthal's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David M. Bertenthal handle?
David M. Bertenthal focuses on business, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David M. Bertenthal practiced law?
David M. Bertenthal has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did David M. Bertenthal go to law school?
David M. Bertenthal earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact David M. Bertenthal for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1993
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993

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