Atty. David S Hoffman

Atty. David S Hoffman

David S Hoffman is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, mediation, business and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Nevada in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years.

San Jose San Jose 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (408) 889-5059

Profile Summary

About David S Hoffman at a glance

David S Hoffman is an Attorney based in San Jose, California, practicing at David S Hoffman. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Eastern Districts of California (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2002). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1990) and University of Nevada (B.A. Journalism, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Santa Clara County, West Valley and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serves clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David S Hoffman is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, mediation, business and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Nevada in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • David practices at David S. Hoffman in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David S Hoffman's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

David S Hoffman is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Jose 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David S Hoffman

Where is David S Hoffman's law office located?
David S Hoffman's law practice is located in San Jose, California. The firm is David S Hoffman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David S Hoffman handle?
David S Hoffman focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David S Hoffman practiced law?
David S Hoffman has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did David S Hoffman go to law school?
David S Hoffman earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Journalism, 1980).
How can I contact David S Hoffman for a consultation?
You can contact David S Hoffman 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 S Hoffman received?
David S Hoffman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 1990
B.A. Journalism
University of Nevada
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Eastern Districts of California
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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