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DAVID J. TAPPEINER joined the firm in June of 2006. David was born in Santa Barbara and lived here until 1997, when he and his wife moved to the State of Colorado. Prior to moving to the State of Colorado, David earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Law and Society from the University of Santa Barbara California in 1997.

In Colorado, David attended the University of Denver College of Law, receiving his law degree in May of 2000. While attending the University of Denver College of Law, David was a member of the Denver University Law Review from 1998-2000 and also participated in the Student Law Office, representing indigent clients in various matters. Upon graduation from the University of Denver College of Law, David worked as an associate at a prestigious Denver law firm, focusing his practice in the estate and trust area. David has also lectured for National Business Institute and Lorman on various estate topics for the CLE program in the State of Colorado . David’s practice emphasizes estate and tax planning, probate, estate and trust administration, and litigation.

David provides estate planning services for clients, which includes the preparation of wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, charitable trusts, powers of attorney, pre and post-marital property agreements, and establishment of private foundations. David will also represent individual and corporate fiduciaries with respect to the administration of trusts and estates, and handles litigated and mediated disputes.

David is admitted to the State Bar of Colorado and has recently passed the California Bar Exam and will be admitted to the California Bar. David is also admitted to the United States Tax Court and the District Court for the 10th Circuit. In his off time, David enjoys spending time with his family and friends, surfing and basketball.
 

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