Atty. David Spalten

Atty. David Spalten

David Spalten is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts, commercial litigation. David has been licensed for 43 years.

Louisville Louisville 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About David Spalten at a glance

David Spalten is an Of Counsel based in Louisville, Kentucky. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1983) and New York (1986). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Spalten is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts, commercial litigation
  • David has been licensed for 43 years
  • David practices in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

David Spalten's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

David Spalten is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Kentucky →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

David Spalten is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kentucky →

Business & Corporate Law

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

David Spalten is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Louisville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky 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 Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Spalten

Where is David Spalten's law office located?
David Spalten's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Spalten handle?
David Spalten focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has David Spalten practiced law?
David Spalten has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did David Spalten go to law school?
David Spalten earned their education at (J.D., 1983).
How can I contact David Spalten for a consultation?
You can contact David Spalten 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 Spalten received?
David Spalten's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1983
New York
Admitted: 1986

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