Atty. David Anthony Degroot

Atty. David Anthony Degroot

David Anthony Degroot is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and restructuring, bankruptcy litigation, construction and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years.

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Bankruptcy And Restructuring & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 33+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About David Anthony Degroot at a Glance

David Anthony Degroot is a business, ip, bankruptcy, and energy attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in California United States Supreme Court California State Courts Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals United (1993). Educated at Yale University (B.A., 1986) and University of California, Berkeley J.D. 1993 Prosser Award in Federal Courts University of California, Berkeley J.D. Moot Court Board University of California, Berkeley J.D. Moot Court Oral A (—). Active member of Memberships •Federalist Society, San Francisco Lawyers Chapter President, 2007-present Board Member, 1995-present •Member, San Francisco Bar Association •Member, Association of Business Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About David Anthony Degroot

  • David Anthony Degroot is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and restructuring, bankruptcy litigation, construction and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • David practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Anthony Degroot's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Anthony Degroot handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.

Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco

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

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Intellectual Property in San Francisco

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Bankruptcy & Debt in San Francisco

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Energy & Utilities Law in San Francisco

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco

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 venue, 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.

San Francisco Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a San Francisco-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About David Anthony Degroot

Where is David Anthony Degroot's law office located?
David Anthony Degroot's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Anthony Degroot handle?
David Anthony Degroot focuses on business, ip, bankruptcy, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Anthony Degroot practiced law?
David Anthony Degroot has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did David Anthony Degroot go to law school?
David Anthony Degroot earned their education at (B.A., 1986); (—).
How can I contact David Anthony Degroot for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in San Francisco Choose David Anthony Degroot

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Anthony Degroot's practice in the field of business, ip, bankruptcy, and energy.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

David Anthony Degroot brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business, ip, and bankruptcy, David Anthony Degroot can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in San Francisco

A San Francisco-based practice means David Anthony Degroot attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues David Anthony Degroot Handles in San Francisco

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Anthony Degroot has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP
Chapter 7 liquidation
Bankruptcy
Chapter 13 repayment plans
Bankruptcy
Debt negotiation
Bankruptcy
Creditor harassment defense
Bankruptcy

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Anthony Degroot directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

B.A.
Yale University
- 1986
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University of California, Berkeley J.D. 1993 Prosser Award in Federal Courts University of California, Berkeley J.D. Moot Court Board University of California, Berkeley J.D. Moot Court Oral A
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Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California United States Supreme Court California State Courts Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals United
Admitted: 1993

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