David H. Baum

David H. Baum

9.5

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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5 star rating

“Stepparent Adoption”

Posted by: Rudy & Niza Ortiz, 10 months ago.

Client Review: Mr. David Baum without a doubt is considered the TOP GUN of the adoption practice. Everone from DCFS, Probation department, as well as others in this... more
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“David Baum is is "Da Bomb" as an adoption lawyer!”

Posted by: a Adoption client, almost 3 years ago.

Client Review: David Baum is professional, ethical, knowledgeable and truly at the top of his game. I have recommended him to many of my close friends who are... more
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5 endorsements


Loni Jo Poyner Klein

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Loni Klein , Orange (CA), 12 days ago
Bonnie Jo Hiler

David is a very professional, knowledgable, and ethical attorney. I have had the pleasure of consulting and working with him over the last 18 years.

Endorsement from lawyer: Bonnie Hiler , Yorba Linda (CA), Over 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

35 years since David H. Baum was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1978 12/19/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Brandeis University Law B.A. 1978
Loyola Law School Law JD 1975

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Angel in Adoption United States Congress's Coalition on Adoption Institute 2004
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
President Academy of California Family Formation Lawyers 2000–2010
President Academy of California Adoption Lawyers 1994–2010
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Portfolio

Publications

Article Publication Date
Why Birthmothers Prefer Independent Adoption Over Agency Adoption Adoption Law Update 1999
Ethical Payment of Birth Mother Expenses Adoption Law Update 1991
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