Atty. David Read Ambler

Atty. David Read Ambler

David Read Ambler is a lawyer practicing emerging companies, public companies, securities & investment fraud. David received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 2004, and has been licensed for 13 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 13 yrs experience 13 year
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About David Read Ambler at a glance

David Read Ambler is an Attorney based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in California (2013). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D., 2012) and Santa Clara University (B.A. Philosophy, 2004). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Read Ambler is a lawyer practicing emerging companies, public companies, securities & investment fraud
  • David received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 2004, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • David practices at Cooley LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Read Ambler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Read Ambler 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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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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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 Palo Alto 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 Read Ambler

Where is David Read Ambler's law office located?
David Read Ambler's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Read Ambler handle?
David Read Ambler focuses on business, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Read Ambler practiced law?
David Read Ambler has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did David Read Ambler go to law school?
David Read Ambler earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.A. Philosophy, 2004).
How can I contact David Read Ambler for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University School of Law
- 2012
B.A. Philosophy
Santa Clara University
- 2004

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2013

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