Atty. David Colker
David Colker is a lawyer practicing tax, energy and water, international tax and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Energy And Water & More Attorney · Serving East Palo Alto, CA · 48+ Years Experience
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About David Colker at a Glance
David Colker is a Partner; Global and US Chair, Tax Practice based in East Palo Alto, California, practicing at DLA Piper LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on irs, tax, international tax, energy, and international. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1978) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association (Member, Tax Section) Western States Association of Tax Representatives California Taxpayers Association International Association of Assessing Officers National Tax Association. Serves clients in East Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Colker
- David Colker is a lawyer practicing tax, energy and water, international tax and 4 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- David practices at DLA Piper LLP in East Palo Alto, CA
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David Colker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Colker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in East Palo Alto.
IRS Disputes & Audits in East Palo Alto
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Tax Law in East Palo Alto
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International Tax in East Palo Alto
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Energy & Utilities Law in East Palo Alto
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International Law in East Palo Alto
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in East Palo Alto
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 East Palo Alto 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.
East Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a East Palo Alto-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in East Palo Alto Choose David Colker
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 Colker's practice in the field of irs, tax, international tax, energy, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Colker brings 48+ 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 irs, tax, and international tax, David Colker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in East Palo Alto
A East Palo Alto-based practice means David Colker attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Colker Handles in East Palo Alto
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