Atty. I David Small
I David Small is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust administration, elder law and 1 other area of law. I received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving Santa Monica, CA · 48+ Years Experience
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About I David Small at a Glance
I David Small is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Law Offices of I. David Small. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at Western State University Law School J.D. (—) and University of California at Los Angeles B.A. (—). Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About I David Small
- I David Small is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust administration, elder law and 1 other area of law
- I received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 48 years
- I practices at Law Offices of I. David Small in Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas Explained
I David Small's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases I David Small handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Monica.
Trusts in Santa Monica
I David Small is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →
Estate Planning & Probate in Santa Monica
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
I David Small is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Santa Monica
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
I David Small is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Elder Law in Santa Monica
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
I David Small is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Monica
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 Santa Monica 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 venue, 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.
Santa Monica Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Monica-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Santa Monica Choose I David Small
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish I David Small's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, real estate, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
I David Small brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and real estate, I David Small can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Monica
A Santa Monica-based practice means I David Small attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues I David Small Handles in Santa Monica
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters I David Small has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact I David Small directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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