Atty. David Thomas Hornsby

Atty. David Thomas Hornsby

David Thomas Hornsby is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, estate planning, trust & probate law, litigation. David received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About David Thomas Hornsby at a glance

David Thomas Hornsby is a Member based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at Del Beccaro Hornsby & Blake. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1992). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1992) and University of California, Berkeley (B.S., 1987). Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Thomas Hornsby is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, estate planning, trust & probate law, litigation
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • David practices at Del Beccaro Hornsby & Blake in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Thomas Hornsby's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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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 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 Walnut Creek 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 Thomas Hornsby

Where is David Thomas Hornsby's law office located?
David Thomas Hornsby's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. The firm is Del Beccaro Hornsby & Blake. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Thomas Hornsby handle?
David Thomas Hornsby focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Thomas Hornsby practiced law?
David Thomas Hornsby has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did David Thomas Hornsby go to law school?
David Thomas Hornsby earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact David Thomas Hornsby for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara
- 1992
B.S.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1987

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1992

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