Atty. David Michael Garten, Esq.

Atty. David Michael Garten, Esq.

Earning his J.D. from Golden Gate University in San Francisco, California. With more than 30 years of legal experience and 18 years focusing his practice in the most complex areas of litigation representing high net worth individuals and/or institutions involving guardianship, probate, estate, and trust matters.

West Palm Beach West Palm Beach 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About David Michael Garten, Esq. at a glance

David Michael Garten, Esq. is a Member based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at David M. Garten, Esq.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1985), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1989). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1983) and University of Southern California (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Palm Beach County Bar Association. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Earning his J.D. from Golden Gate University in San Francisco, California
  • With more than 30 years of legal experience and 18 years focusing his practice in the most complex areas of litigation representing high net worth individuals and/or institutions involving guardianship, probate, estate, and trust matters
  • A long standing member of the Palm Beach County Bar Association
  • Served as the chairperson of the Probate and Guardianship Practice Committee
  • He is also a member of the CLE Estate and Probate Law Committees
  • Admitted to the Florida Bar and is currently a member of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
  • the Probate Law and Procedure Committee
  • the Trust Law Committee
  • and the Probate and Trust Litigation Committee

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Garten, Esq.'s Areas of Practice

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

Wills

David Michael Garten, Esq. is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

David Michael Garten, Esq. is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

David Michael Garten, Esq. is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

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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Real Estate Law

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

David Michael Garten, Esq. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Michael Garten, Esq.

Where is David Michael Garten, Esq.'s law office located?
David Michael Garten, Esq.'s law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is David M. Garten, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Garten, Esq. handle?
David Michael Garten, Esq. focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has David Michael Garten, Esq. practiced law?
David Michael Garten, Esq. has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did David Michael Garten, Esq. go to law school?
David Michael Garten, Esq. earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact David Michael Garten, Esq. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Michael Garten, Esq. received?
David Michael Garten, Esq.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1983
B.S.
University of Southern California
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1989

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