CLIENT SERVICES

   The professional practice of The Law Offices of David L. Price focuses on business and business litigation, administrative law, real estate, and construction. The following synopsis is intended not as a limitation of the firm’s practice areas but as an illustration of the firm’s experiences and practice areas.

Administrative

   We handle professional licensing and disciplinary matters before regulatory agencies; labor and employment proceedings; and related administrative claims.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

   We represent clients in arbitration and mediation proceedings when appropriate. Mr. Price is also trained and experienced as both an arbitrator and a mediator.

Appellate

    We represent clients in appellate and writ proceedings as and when necessary. Mr. Price has the ability to quickly grasp complex legal issues and to write with exceptional skill and clarity. He has also had the opportunity to argue before the California Supreme Court.

Civil Litigation

    We represent both plaintiffs and defendants in civil matters in state and, on occasion, federal court. These matters will include corporate and partnership disputes, employment claims, construction and mechanic’s lien claims, professional malpractice, competitive business practices and disputes, real estate matters, and general negligence and fraud cases. We handle all aspects of civil litigation, including discovery, settlement efforts, trial and appeals. We represent parties in claims against insurers and as counsel engaged by the insurer. In these various capacities, we are experienced in representing buyers and sellers, borrowers and lenders, employers and employees.

Construction, Development, Property Management and Real Estate

   We represent clients in real estate, property management and construction transactions, including, by way of illustrative examples: purchase and sale agreements for residential or commercial properties; commercial leasing, property management and commercial unlawful detainer proceedings; injunctive and receivership proceedings; construction defect and contract disputes; and mechanic’s lien claims.

Corporations and Partnerships

   We advise clients in forming new business associations and work closely with other professionals as necessary and appropriate. In the formation of new corporations, we prepare articles of incorporation; by-laws; meeting minutes, resolutions and related documentation; and shareholder buy-sell agreements. Most importantly, we diligently advise clients on the rights and duties of corporate officers and directors, and are available to assist with general business counseling as is determined to be necessary.

   We also assist clients in the formation of new general or limited partnerships, including preparing partnership agreements and providing such general business advice as is necessary. We also work closely with clients in dissolving and winding up the affairs of either partnerships or corporations.

   Finally, we work with business clients on an ongoing basis as needs arise. We prepare purchase and sale agreements, confidentiality agreements, employment agreements, leases and licensing agreements. We also advise clients regarding trade secrets and confidential information and intellectual property rights.

Estate Planning and Administration

    We work with clients to prepare wills and to administer probate and estate proceedings. We also work closely with strategic partners and affiliated lawyers in areas of estate planning, revocable living trusts, and asset protection.

Sports and Entertainment

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Clients

   The Law Offices of David L. Price represents a variety of small businesses primarily throughout the Sacramento and Placer County areas. These include numerous construction and contracting businesses, real estate practitioners, computer software businesses, florists, architects, engineers, accountants and optometrists. We also represent several larger inter-state businesses, including food service and mini-mart service suppliers, audio-visual service providers, and event planners. Mr. Price represents and serves as legal counsel to Arco Arena, the Sacramento Kings and the Stokton Arena. (He also formerly represented the WNBA's Sacramento Monarchs.) References, resources and illustrative retainer agreements are available upon request.