Atty. David Michael Hymer

Atty. David Michael Hymer

David Michael Hymer is a lawyer practicing real estate, energy, land use & environmental, real estate acquisitions and dispositions, real estate development and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

San Diego San Diego 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About David Michael Hymer at a glance

David Michael Hymer is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1987) and Texas (1989). Educated at Stanford University (J.D. Order, 1987) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Michael Hymer is a lawyer practicing real estate, energy, land use & environmental, real estate acquisitions and dispositions, real estate development and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • David practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Hymer's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

David Michael Hymer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Mergers & Acquisitions

David Michael Hymer is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Land Use & Zoning

David Michael Hymer is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

David Michael Hymer is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

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 San Diego 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 Michael Hymer

Where is David Michael Hymer's law office located?
David Michael Hymer's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Hymer handle?
David Michael Hymer focuses on business, real estate, m&a, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Michael Hymer practiced law?
David Michael Hymer has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did David Michael Hymer go to law school?
David Michael Hymer earned their education at (J.D. Order, 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact David Michael Hymer for a consultation?
You can contact David Michael Hymer directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Michael Hymer received?
David Michael Hymer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Order
Stanford University
- 1987
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
Texas
Admitted: 1989

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