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David Charles Burgess
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Mr. Burgess is the owner of Law Offices of David C. Burgess. He focuses his practice on the needs of small and medium-sized businesses. He has substantial experience in the purchase and sale of businesses, both from the seller and the buyer perspective.
His goal is to listen carefully to his clients, recognizing that each person and business is different. He then seeks to fashion practical, creative, and cost-effective solutions to best fit each client’s particular circumstances.
He is able to offer the personal attention, customized service, and efficiency that often are lacking from the mega law firms.
Mr. Burgess seeks to build long-term relationships with clients, becoming a key member of their business teams. To that end, he aims to offer insightful business judgment, as well as valuable legal counsel.
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Licensed in California for 44 years
State: California
Acquired: 1981
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Location
Law Offices of David C. Burgess
51 E. Campbell Avenue, Suite 106-C, Campbell, CA, 95008
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Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Thorough and responsive legal service
I am a CPA and have contacted Dave for various client needs over the past few years. I highly recommend Dave because he is very thorough and responsive to the legal issues/questions. He is also prompt in delivering the results.
David Charles Burgess's Lawyer Endorsements
"David was highly recommended to me and proved to be a personable, knowledgeable and skilled lawyer with extensive experience with contracts and with legal challenges faced by corporations and other business entities. He has both deep and comprehensive experience working with businesses of all sizes and is focused and professional. He can be counted on for thoughtful, effective solutions at a reasonable cost, and I highly recommend his services."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is a knowledgeable, talented, thorough corporate and real estate lawyer with excellent writing skills. He will do a great job on any corporate or real estate transaction. He is a consummate professional; a pleasure to deal with."
"David and I worked at the same firm for five years. I was always impressed with his contract drafting skills. He's an excellent business lawyer and a very nice man. I endorse this lawyer."
"David Burgess has been practicing business law in the San Jose/Campbell area for over 30 years. He is knowledgeable, ethical, and well-liked by clients and peers. I endorse him and his work without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Affiliate Member of the Year, California Association of Business Brokers
1978
Phi Beta Kappa, Hamilton College
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of David C. Burgess
Associations
2006 - Present
California Association of Business Brokers (CABB)Affiliate Member
2006 - Present
CABBForms Committee Member
2000 - Present
Business Law Section, State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1982 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationMember
1981 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Purchases and Sales of Businesses
Successful completion of numerous transactions.
Education
1981
Stanford Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
Hamilton College
BA - Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Speaking Engagements
2021
CABB Annual Conference
Due Diligence Basics
Publications
2021
California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB)
Update to Drafting Business Contracts (chapters 5, 6, and 8)
2016
Ezine Articles
Is At-Will Employment A Myth?
2016
Ezine Articles
5 Keys for Startup Investors
2016
Ezine Articles
How to Preserve At-Will Employment
2015
2005
Apartment Owners Association News
Understanding the Limited Liability Company
2005
Ezine Articles
Legal Planning for Small Businesses: Ten Biggest Mistakes
2005
2004
Chinese American Semiconductor Professional Association Newsletter
How to Avoid Expensive Employee Disputes: The Employee Manual
1999
Commerce Advocate
A Seller’s Guide to Sale of a Business
1997
Commerce Advocate
Consider the Limited Liability Company
1994
California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB)
Drafting Business Contracts (chapters 5, 6, and 8)
1988
In Brief
S Corporations after Tax Relief
1987
San Jose Business
Tax Reform Boon to Small Firms: S Corporations
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sue for deceit in contract?
01 Sep 2017
Q&A
Is it legal for a fast food establishment to list a price on the sign in the drive through and charge more?
30 Aug 2017
Q&A
CAN I SUE EXTRA SPACE STORAGE FOR A FIRE THAT BURNED ALL MY BELONGINGS?
29 Aug 2017