Atty. David Douglas Abrams
David Douglas Abrams is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, corporate law and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Santa Monica, CA · 45+ Years Experience
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About David Douglas Abrams at a Glance
David Douglas Abrams is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at David D. Abrams. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in California (1981) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1982). Educated at University of West Los Angeles School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1977). Active member of Los Angeles County, Beverly Hills, Century City and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Douglas Abrams
- David Douglas Abrams is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, corporate law and 3 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
- David practices at David D. Abrams in Santa Monica, CA
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David Douglas Abrams's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Douglas Abrams handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Monica.
Estate Planning & Probate in Santa Monica
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
David Douglas Abrams is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Santa Monica
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Douglas Abrams is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Santa Monica
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David Douglas Abrams is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Monica
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 Santa Monica 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.
Santa Monica Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Monica-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 Santa Monica Choose David Douglas Abrams
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 Douglas Abrams's practice in the field of estate planning, business, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Douglas Abrams brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, David Douglas Abrams can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and bankruptcy, David Douglas Abrams can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Monica
A Santa Monica-based practice means David Douglas Abrams 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 Douglas Abrams Handles in Santa Monica
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Douglas Abrams 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Douglas Abrams directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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