Atty. Alan William Sparer

Atty. Alan William Sparer

Alan William Sparer is a lawyer practicing complex business litigation, securities consumer arbitration, shareholder disputes and 9 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from Columbia College, Columbia University in 1969, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Berkeley Berkeley 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Alan William Sparer at a glance

Alan William Sparer is a Member based in Berkeley, California, practicing at Sparer Law Group. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, class action, partnership disputes, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court (1987). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1982) and Columbia College, Columbia University (B.A. St., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Alan William Sparer is a lawyer practicing complex business litigation, securities consumer arbitration, shareholder disputes and 9 other areas of law
  • Alan received a B.A. degree from Columbia College, Columbia University in 1969, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Alan practices at Sparer Law Group in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Alan William Sparer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan William Sparer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Alan William Sparer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Class Action

Alan William Sparer is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in California →

Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

Alan William Sparer is one of 1,569 partnership disputes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse partnership disputes attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Berkeley 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 Alan William Sparer

Where is Alan William Sparer's law office located?
Alan William Sparer's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. The firm is Sparer Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan William Sparer handle?
Alan William Sparer focuses on estate planning, business, class action, partnership disputes, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Alan William Sparer practiced law?
Alan William Sparer has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Alan William Sparer go to law school?
Alan William Sparer earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A. St., 1969).
How can I contact Alan William Sparer for a consultation?
You can contact Alan William Sparer directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Alan William Sparer received?
Alan William Sparer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1982
B.A. St.
Columbia College, Columbia University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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