Atty. David Lawrence Zaft

Atty. David Lawrence Zaft

David Lawrence Zaft is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, environmental litigation, entertainment litigation and 3 other areas of law. David received a degree from University of California at Berkeley in 2004, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 21 yrs experience 21 year
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About David Lawrence Zaft at a glance

David Lawrence Zaft is an Attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Caldwell Leslie And Proctor Pc. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, environmental, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2005). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 2004) and University of California at Berkeley (M.P.P. University, 2004). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Lawrence Zaft is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, environmental litigation, entertainment litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a degree from University of California at Berkeley in 2004, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • David practices at Caldwell Leslie & Proctor, PC in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Lawrence Zaft's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Entertainment & Sports 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 Los Angeles 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 Lawrence Zaft

Where is David Lawrence Zaft's law office located?
David Lawrence Zaft's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Caldwell Leslie And Proctor Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lawrence Zaft handle?
David Lawrence Zaft focuses on business, litigation, environmental, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Lawrence Zaft practiced law?
David Lawrence Zaft has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did David Lawrence Zaft go to law school?
David Lawrence Zaft earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (M.P.P. University, 2004).
How can I contact David Lawrence Zaft for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 2004
M.P.P. University
University of California at Berkeley
- 2004

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2005

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