$ 325-350 per hour
About David
Biography
Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) since 1989 (inactive status)
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Check
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Licensed in Virginia for 5 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 26 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 30 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Bethesda Law Group
4520 East West Highway, Suite 700, Bethesda, MD, 20814
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Eleanor Frias | April 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Attentive and friendly legal advice
We have worked with Dave since 2008. He has helped us in a variety of legal issues including: * sales tax * re-incorporating our LLC from DC to VA * contracts and agreements, including software licensing When our needs have extended beyond his personal expertise, he's also been able to call ...
Posted by Kristen | April 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Business lawyer
Initially David helped me create a template for my standard contracts. He also assisted in drafting and redlining a joint venture proposal. While working together he takes a genuine interest in how things turn out. He is very responsive and met all deadlines. When other legal matters came up he was...
Posted by Margaret | May 07, 2013 | Business
Review 5.6.13
Mr. Hotes represented our Corporation when he was a member of another firm. We found his representation to be so professional and excellent that when he elected to open his own office we were fortunate to be counted among his clients. He has always responded quickly, provided exemplary legal advi...
David W Hotes's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked with Dave for years and have always found him to be very knowledgeable and professional. Dave's writing ability exceeds most lawyers. I would recommend Dave to any of my clients."
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"I have worked with Dave for the last 5 years on a number of different client matters. He always brings insight, experiance and a practical approach to the client's business and the client's issues. Whether the issues require him to be proactive, or merely to prepare for different business issues to arise, he provides excellent value and service to his clients and mine. I would endorse Dave to anyone."
"I can without hesitation endorse Dave to anyone looking for a business attorney. He and I have worked together on deals in the past and he's always been the consummate pro. He's smart, efficient, and collegial in all respects. I never think twice when I refer clients to Dave because I know they will be well taken care of."
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1988
CPA License, MACPA
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, Bethesda Law Group
2004 - 2011
Partner, McMillan Metro PC
2001 - 2003
Associate, Zuckerman Spaeder LLP
2000 - 2001
Associate, Venable, LLP
1998 - 2000
Associate, Tucker Flyer, P.C.
1995 - 1998
Associate, Arthur Andersen, L.L.P.
Associations
2004 - Present
Bar Association of Montgomery CountyMember
2000 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
1995 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2012
Montgomery County Bar Association, Commercial SectionCo-chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Kareem Grant v. Stacy G. Kahn, et al.
Reversed in favor of Appellant.
Education
1995
University of Maryland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Lehigh University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2011
Chesapeake Tax Conference
Selected Tax Considerations for Sale of a Closely-Held Entity
2008
Continuing Legal Education - Lorman
Protecting At-Will Employment
2008
Continuing Legal Education - Lorman
Employment Law Update in Maryland
2008
Continuing Legal Education - Lorman
The Maryland Wage Payment Act
Publications
2010
Prior Employer Website
Highlights of Small Business Jobs Act of 2010
2010
Prior Employer Website
Tax Amnesty in D.C.
2009
Prior Employer Website
2009 Year-End Tax Alert
2009
Prior Employer Website
Upcoming Tax Reprieve from Interets and Penalties in Virginia!
2009
Prior Employer Website
Tax Amnesty in Maryland
2008
Prior Employer Website
Overview of 1031 IRC Tax Deferred Exchanges
2008
Prior Employer Website
Maryland Tax Law Changes
Languages
English