Atty. Robert D. Schwartz

Atty. Robert D. Schwartz

Robert D. Schwartz is a shareholder at Poindexter & Doutré, Inc., where his practice primarily focuses on trust and estate administration and litigation.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Robert D. Schwartz at a glance

Robert D. Schwartz is a Managing Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Poindexter Doutre Inc. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1993) and Hawaii (2007). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.S., 1988). Active member of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles County and Hawaii State Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert D. Schwartz is a shareholder at Poindexter & Doutré, Inc., where his practice primarily focuses on trust and estate administration and litigation
  • He specializes in fiduciary law, advising clients on matters related to trusts, estates, financial responsibilities, and ethical duties, ensuring the highest standards of legal stewardship
  • In addition to his trust and estate practice, Mr. Schwartz represents clients in commercial, corporate, and real estate transactions
  • His clients include individuals, families, trust companies, corporations, charities, and financial institutions.Mr
  • Schwartz earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1988 and graduated with distinction from the University of the Pacific’s McGeorge School of Law in 1993
  • He is admitted to practice law in all federal and state courts in California and Hawaii, having been admitted to the California Bar in 1993 (including all California federal district courts) and the Hawaii Bar in 2007.Mr
  • Schwartz is a shareholder of Poindexter & Doutré, Inc., having been an attorney with the firm since 1998
  • He is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association and a member of its Trust & Estates, Construction Law, and Real Property Sections

Practice Areas Explained

Robert D. Schwartz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert D. Schwartz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Estate & Trust 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 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 Robert D. Schwartz

Where is Robert D. Schwartz's law office located?
Robert D. Schwartz's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Poindexter Doutre Inc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert D. Schwartz handle?
Robert D. Schwartz focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert D. Schwartz practiced law?
Robert D. Schwartz has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Robert D. Schwartz go to law school?
Robert D. Schwartz earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1988).
How can I contact Robert D. Schwartz for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law
- 1993
B.S.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1988

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993
Hawaii
Admitted: 2007

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