Atty. Martin William Korman
Martin William Korman is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, private equity, corporate finance and 3 other areas of law. Martin received a degree from Stanford University, Stanford CA, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Corporate Finance & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 36+ Years Experience
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About Martin William Korman at a Glance
Martin William Korman is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (1990) and California (1994). Educated at Yale University Law School J.D. (—) and Stanford University, Stanford CA Yale Law School, New Haven CT (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Martin William Korman
- Martin William Korman is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, private equity, corporate finance and 3 other areas of law
- Martin received a degree from Stanford University, Stanford CA, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Martin practices at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation in Palo Alto, CA and 1 other location
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Martin William Korman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Martin William Korman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.
Business & Corporate Law in Palo Alto
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Palo Alto
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Palo Alto
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 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.
Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palo Alto-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 Palo Alto Choose Martin William Korman
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 Martin William Korman's practice in the field of business and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Martin William Korman brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and California, Martin William Korman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and m&a, Martin William Korman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Palo Alto
A Palo Alto-based practice means Martin William Korman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Martin William Korman Handles in Palo Alto
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