Atty. David L Benson

Atty. David L Benson

David L Benson is a lawyer practicing energy, mergers & acquisitions, business law and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Seattle Seattle 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About David L Benson at a glance

David L Benson is a Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Kandl Gates Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, m&a, and energy. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1993) and Washington Bar of Washington (2001). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. Distinction, 1993) and Arizona State University (B.S., 1989). Active member of Legislative Committee. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David L Benson is a lawyer practicing energy, mergers & acquisitions, business law and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • David practices at K&L Gates LLP in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

David L Benson's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David L Benson

Where is David L Benson's law office located?
David L Benson's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Kandl Gates Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David L Benson handle?
David L Benson focuses on contracts, business, m&a, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has David L Benson practiced law?
David L Benson has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did David L Benson go to law school?
David L Benson earned their education at (LL.M. Distinction, 1993); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact David L Benson for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Distinction
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1993
B.S.
Arizona State University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1993
Washington Bar of Washington
Admitted: 2001

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