Atty. David Ostrove
David Ostrove is a lawyer practicing tax law, probate and trust administration, probate and trust litigation and 9 other areas of law. David received a A.A. degree from Los Angeles City College in 1950, and has been licensed for 66 years.
Probate And Trust Administration & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 66+ Years Experience
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About David Ostrove at a Glance
David Ostrove is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at David Ostrove Attorney At Law. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1960). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1958) and Los Angeles City College (A.A., 1950). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Ostrove
- David Ostrove is a lawyer practicing tax law, probate and trust administration, probate and trust litigation and 9 other areas of law
- David received a A.A. degree from Los Angeles City College in 1950, and has been licensed for 66 years
- David practices at David Ostrove Attorney at Law in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
David Ostrove's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Ostrove handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Trusts in Los Angeles
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Probate in Los Angeles
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Estate Planning & Probate in Los Angeles
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
David Ostrove is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Ostrove is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Tax Law in Los Angeles
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
David Ostrove is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 venue, 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose David Ostrove
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Ostrove's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Ostrove brings 66+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, David Ostrove can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means David Ostrove attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Ostrove Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Ostrove has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Ostrove directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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