Atty. David L Forst

Atty. David L Forst

Mr. David L Forst is a lawyer practicing taxation.

Mountain View Mountain View 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About David L Forst at a glance

David L Forst is a Chair, Tax Group based in Mountain View, California, practicing at Fenwick & West LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on tax. Admitted to practice in California (1993). Educated at Stanford University Law School (J.D., 1992) and Princeton University (A.B., 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Mountain View, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. David L Forst is a lawyer practicing taxation
  • David received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • David practices at Fenwick & West LLP in Mountain View, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David L Forst's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Mountain View 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David L Forst

Where is David L Forst's law office located?
David L Forst's law practice is located in Mountain View, California. The firm is Fenwick & West LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David L Forst handle?
David L Forst focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David L Forst practiced law?
David L Forst has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did David L Forst go to law school?
David L Forst earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (A.B., 1989).
How can I contact David L Forst for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David L Forst received?
David L Forst's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Stanford University Law School
- 1992
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1989

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993

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