Atty. Derek David Dundas

Atty. Derek David Dundas

Derek David Dundas is a lawyer practicing corporate/securities/tax, business. Derek received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Derek David Dundas at a glance

Derek David Dundas is a Partner based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Rutan Tucker Llp. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1996). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1996) and University of California, Los Angeles (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Memberships Associations •Orange County Bar Association. Serands clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Derek David Dundas is a lawyer practicing corporate/securities/tax, business
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Derek practices at Rutan & Tucker, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek David Dundas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek David Dundas 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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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 Costa Mesa 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 Derek David Dundas

Where is Derek David Dundas's law office located?
Derek David Dundas's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Rutan Tucker Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek David Dundas handle?
Derek David Dundas focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Derek David Dundas practiced law?
Derek David Dundas has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Derek David Dundas go to law school?
Derek David Dundas earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
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What awards or recognition has Derek David Dundas received?
Derek David Dundas's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1996
B.A.
University of California, Los Angeles
- 1993

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1996

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