Atty. Shane Levi Goudey

Atty. Shane Levi Goudey

Shane Levi Goudey is a lawyer practicing business law, taxation, venture capital. Shane received a B.S. degree from University of Wyoming in 1992, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Shane Levi Goudey at a glance

Shane Levi Goudey is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1999). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Tax, 1997) and University of Wyoming (B.S., 1992). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Shane Levi Goudey is a lawyer practicing business law, taxation, venture capital
  • Shane received a B.S. degree from University of Wyoming in 1992, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Shane practices at Cooley LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Shane Levi Goudey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shane Levi Goudey 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 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 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 Shane Levi Goudey

Where is Shane Levi Goudey's law office located?
Shane Levi Goudey's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shane Levi Goudey handle?
Shane Levi Goudey focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Shane Levi Goudey practiced law?
Shane Levi Goudey has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Shane Levi Goudey go to law school?
Shane Levi Goudey earned their education at (LL.M. Tax, 1997); (B.S., 1992).
How can I contact Shane Levi Goudey for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Tax
New York University
- 1997
B.S.
University of Wyoming
- 1992

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1999

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