Atty. David Melik Telfer

Atty. David Melik Telfer

David Melik Telfer is a lawyer practicing estate planning, immigration, family and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 2003, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About David Melik Telfer at a glance

David Melik Telfer is a family law, estate planning, immigration, and business attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in California (2009). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 2008) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 2003). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Melik Telfer is a lawyer practicing estate planning, immigration, family and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 2003, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • David practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Melik Telfer's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Business & Corporate 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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Where is David Melik Telfer's law office located?
David Melik Telfer's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Melik Telfer handle?
David Melik Telfer focuses on family law, estate planning, immigration, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Melik Telfer practiced law?
David Melik Telfer has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did David Melik Telfer go to law school?
David Melik Telfer earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2003).
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Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 2008
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 2003

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2009

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