Shelby L Clark

Shelby L Clark

4.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 26 years

Business Lawyer at Boulder Creek, CA
Practice Areas: Business, Animal Law, Corporate & Incorporation ... +2 more

PO Box 2308, Boulder Creek, CA

About Shelby

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Animal Law 30%

Animal ownership, animal-related businesses, dangerous dog cases, dog bites, disputes with neighbors/tenants/landlords, animal cruelty. Presented many times on service dogs and emotional support animals.

16 years

30%
Business 30%

Business formation and transactions, intellectual property, ownership disputes, employment law, disability access, board activities, buy-sell agreements, tax guidance, compliance, leases, and all other aspects of small business.

26 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 26 years

State: California

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 19 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2006

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Shelby L Clark

PO Box 2308, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006

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Shelby L Clark's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Animal Law

Posted by Maria | January 25, 2021 | Animal Law

HONEST AND INFORMATIVE

I am currently going through a difficult situation with the loss of my dog. Mr. Clark gave me direction and peace of mind. I didnt know where to start or what to do. Feeling hurt at the whole situation and panicking to get help, Mr Clark gave me the time of day without rushing and explained everythin...g so that someone like me (no clue on how the law works) can understand. Thank you again for the help and information.

Posted by Rebecca | January 15, 2021 | Animal Law

Animal law

I was in search of a lawyer and information pertaining to animal laws and the situation I am currently in. I spoke with Shelby and he gave me multiple options and resources. Thank you!

Posted by Sean | January 11, 2021 | Animal Law

Someone took and neutered my cat.

Someone decided they had the right to take my cat hold him for a few days and get him neutered. I was furious still am, Shelby helped me find the right people to contact and I cant thank him enough.

Posted by Krista | January 10, 2021 | Animal Law

Help with Animal breach of contract

I called with many questions about an animal dispute/breach of contract. Not knowing which direction to go or what ducks that need to be in a row before taking the next step. Decided to call and was happy to actually be speaking with the lawyer himself. He walked me through many ways I can go about t...he situation, along with directing me to who I would need to contact. Ended the call with, please contact me if you have any other questions. That alone was so reassuring, knowing there is someone out there who is willing to help, which is rare to find now a days. Very grateful for his knowledge in direction.

Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2020 | Animal Law

Impressed by Consultation

I called the law office shortly after closing time and was pleasantly surprised that I was helped out immediately. Attorney Shelby Clark answered the phone and had a complimentary consult with me as it was a time-sensitive matter regarding a recently purchased sick puppy where the owner was largely u...nresponsive and denied responsibility of the situation. He was patient, empathetic, and professional during our conversation. He explained the relevant parts of animal law to me clearly and shared contacts/resources with accompanying recommendations, which proved to be very beneficial. Although I have not proceeded with additional services yet (due to the particulars of my case), I would strongly consider hiring this attorney. The consult left me feel confident in his competence and the extra mile he would go to help me. Thank you so much to Attorney Shelby Clark!

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

1999

magna cum laude, University of California, Hastings College of the Law

1997

Thurston Society, University of California, Hastings College of the Law

Work Experience

2004 - 2011

Founder, Law Office of Shelby L. Clark

2004 - 2004

Associate Attorney, Kaufman & Logan, LLP

2001 - 2003

Associate Attorney, Kurtzman, Koller & Abronson

1999 - 2001

Associate Attorney, Heller Ehrman White & McAuliffe

Associations

State Bar of California, Business Law Section

Education

1999

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Pomona College (Claremont)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

2018 Prairie States Animal Welfare Conference

Service Animals and Animal Shelters

2017

Animal Care Conference 2017

Service Animals and California Animal Shelters

Publications

2017

Chronicle of the Dog Service Dog Law for Dog Trainers

1999

Hastings Law Journal Oh What A Tangled Web We Weave

Languages

English

Activity

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