Atty. David Sidney Steuer

Atty. David Sidney Steuer

David Sidney Steuer is a lawyer practicing ip litigation, business litigation & counseling, consumer litigation and 7 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About David Sidney Steuer at a glance

David Sidney Steuer is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, trade secrets, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii (1983), District of Columbia (1984), and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1984). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1982) and Stanford University (A.B. History, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Hawaii State Bar Association District of Columbia Bar California Association of Business Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Sidney Steuer is a lawyer practicing ip litigation, business litigation & counseling, consumer litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • David practices at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Sidney Steuer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Sidney Steuer 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.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Trade Secrets

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Civil Litigation

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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 Sidney Steuer

Where is David Sidney Steuer's law office located?
David Sidney Steuer's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Sidney Steuer handle?
David Sidney Steuer focuses on business, real estate, ip, trade secrets, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Sidney Steuer practiced law?
David Sidney Steuer has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did David Sidney Steuer go to law school?
David Sidney Steuer earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B. History, 1979).
How can I contact David Sidney Steuer for a consultation?
You can contact David Sidney Steuer 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 Sidney Steuer received?
David Sidney Steuer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1982
A.B. History
Stanford University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
Admitted: 1983
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Admitted: 1984
California U.S. District Court, Northern, Central, Eastern and Southern Districts of California, U.S
Admitted: 1986

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