Atty. David Yale Handelman

Atty. David Yale Handelman

David Yale Handelman is a lawyer practicing corporate law, entertainment law, communications & media and 1 other area of law. David received a A.B. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About David Yale Handelman at a glance

David Yale Handelman is a contracts, business, and entertainment attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Admitted to practice in New York (1963) and California (1977). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1962) and University of Pennsylvania (A.B., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Yale Handelman is a lawyer practicing corporate law, entertainment law, communications & media and 1 other area of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • David practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Yale Handelman's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Los Angeles 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 Yale Handelman

Where is David Yale Handelman's law office located?
David Yale Handelman's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Yale Handelman handle?
David Yale Handelman focuses on contracts, business, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Yale Handelman practiced law?
David Yale Handelman has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did David Yale Handelman go to law school?
David Yale Handelman earned their education at (J.D., 1962); (A.B., 1959).
How can I contact David Yale Handelman for a consultation?
You can contact David Yale Handelman 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 Yale Handelman received?
David Yale Handelman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1962
A.B.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1963
California
Admitted: 1977

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