Atty. David L. Allen

Atty. David L. Allen

David has expertise in complex business and real estate litigation. He practiced law in California for over 20 years before relocating to Arizona.

Phoenix Phoenix 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About David L. Allen at a glance

David L. Allen is a Partner based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Jaburg Wilk. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1977) and Arizona (2000). Educated at University of Pepperdine (J.D., 1977) and California State University, Northridge (B.S., 1974). Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David has expertise in complex business and real estate litigation
  • He practiced law in California for over 20 years before relocating to Arizona
  • His extensive experience in litigation and business transactions provides his clients a large depth of resources and experience
  • He served as in-house counsel for a large commercial real estate developer, brokerage and property management
  • He has represented clients in acquisition, development and leasing for retail developments in Arizona
  • David has extensive experience with landlord/tenant issues including lease negotiation and problems that may arise from non-performance up to and including lockouts
  • Because of his transactional experience, he is well equipped to negotiate and document troubled assets work-outs or to litigate various real estate matters
  • Often times the challenge is to identify what result is truly in the best interest of his clients
  • Too often, whether in the context of contract negotiations or in the context of litigation, the focus may shift to “winning” a particular point, regardless of whether or not that is in the best interest of the client
  • David assists his clients through both the negotiation or litigation process always keeping the big picture in mind
  • In addition to being an attorney, David is a licensed real estate broker
  • Associations and Memberships -Practicing law in California & Arizona for more than 26 years -Experience handling complex business and real estate litigation -Knowledgeable about litigation issues specific to real estate -Extensive experience working out troubled real estate assets -Drafting contracts and litigating disputes arising out of contracts -Real Estate Broker licensed in Arizona -International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), Former Member -Board of Directors- Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Bar Admissions -Arizona, 2000 -California, 1977 Education -J.D
  • Pepperdine Law School, 1977 -B.S., California State University, 1974

Practice Areas Explained

David L. Allen's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona 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 Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David L. Allen

Where is David L. Allen's law office located?
David L. Allen's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Jaburg Wilk. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David L. Allen handle?
David L. Allen focuses on business, real estate, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has David L. Allen practiced law?
David L. Allen has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did David L. Allen go to law school?
David L. Allen earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact David L. Allen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pepperdine
- 1977
B.S.
California State University, Northridge
- 1974

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
Arizona
Admitted: 2000

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