Atty. David E. Spalten
David E. Spalten is a lawyer practicing elder law, fiduciary law, antitrust litigation and 8 other areas of law.
Antitrust Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 43+ Years Experience
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About David E. Spalten at a Glance
David E. Spalten is a Principal based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Law Offices of David E. Spalten. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, ip, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1983), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia (1984), and New York (1986). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Alfred University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Spalten
- David E. Spalten is a lawyer practicing elder law, fiduciary law, antitrust litigation and 8 other areas of law
- David E. received a B.A. degree from Alfred University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
- David E. practices at Law Offices of David E. Spalten in Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas Explained
David E. Spalten's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Spalten handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Employment Law in Atlanta
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Atlanta
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Atlanta
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Intellectual Property in Atlanta
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David E. Spalten is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Georgia →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Atlanta
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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Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-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 Atlanta Choose David E. Spalten
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 E. Spalten's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, ip, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David E. Spalten brings 43+ 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 Georgia, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia, and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia, David E. Spalten can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and real estate, David E. Spalten can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means David E. Spalten 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 E. Spalten Handles in Atlanta
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