Atty. David Bruce Franklin

Atty. David Bruce Franklin

David Bruce Franklin is a lawyer practicing construction & engineering, real estate, acquisitions and dispositions and 11 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Stanford in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About David Bruce Franklin at a glance

David Bruce Franklin is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Dentons US LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, m&a, creditor rights, and hoa. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1975) and Stanford (A.B. Phi, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Bruce Franklin is a lawyer practicing construction & engineering, real estate, acquisitions and dispositions and 11 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Stanford in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • David practices at Dentons US LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Bruce Franklin's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Mergers & Acquisitions

David Bruce Franklin is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Creditor Rights & Collections

David Bruce Franklin is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in California →

HOA & Condominium Law

David Bruce Franklin is one of 5,637 hoa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse hoa attorneys in California →

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 Bruce Franklin

Where is David Bruce Franklin's law office located?
David Bruce Franklin's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Dentons US LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Bruce Franklin handle?
David Bruce Franklin focuses on real estate, zoning, m&a, creditor rights, hoa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Bruce Franklin practiced law?
David Bruce Franklin has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did David Bruce Franklin go to law school?
David Bruce Franklin earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B. Phi, 1972).
How can I contact David Bruce Franklin for a consultation?
You can contact David Bruce Franklin 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 David Bruce Franklin received?
David Bruce Franklin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1975
A.B. Phi
Stanford
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975

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