Atty. David William Herbst

Atty. David William Herbst

David William Herbst is a lawyer practicing capital markets, corporate & finance, financial services and banking and 6 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About David William Herbst at a glance

David William Herbst is a Partner, Tax, Employee Benefits & Global Compensation, Capital Markets based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, tax, m&a, employment contracts, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California United States Tax Court (1977). Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D., 1977) and Pomona College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Membership Activities Admitted to practice in California and before the United States Tax Court, Member, State Bar of California, and Member, SandHill Angels. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David William Herbst is a lawyer practicing capital markets, corporate & finance, financial services and banking and 6 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • David practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David William Herbst's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David William Herbst 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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Employment Contracts

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 William Herbst

Where is David William Herbst's law office located?
David William Herbst's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David William Herbst handle?
David William Herbst focuses on business, tax, m&a, employment contracts, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David William Herbst practiced law?
David William Herbst has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did David William Herbst go to law school?
David William Herbst earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact David William Herbst for a consultation?
You can contact David William Herbst 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 William Herbst received?
David William Herbst's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford Law School
- 1977
B.A.
Pomona College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California United States Tax Court
Admitted: 1977

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