Managing Trial Attorney

John David

John David is a highly accomplished attorney who joined the firm in 2017 and has since gained significant experience in all stages of litigation. During his time at law school, Mr. David worked full time for the firm as a certified law clerk, conducting and defending depositions, drafting and arguing substantive discovery and dispositive motions, and even trying cases before a jury.

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Currently, as a Managing Attorney, Mr. David is entrusted with overseeing all aspects of case management, including fact and expert witness depositions, law and motion, mediations, negotiations, and trials. His exceptional skills and dedication to his work have earned him a reputation as a highly effective and accomplished attorney. He brings a level of expertise and professionalism to the firm that is second to none.

$14 Million – Gender Discrimination Jury Verdict in Sosa v. Comerica Bank

$5.9 Million- Disability Discrimination Jury Verdict in Ramirez v. World Oil Corp

$4.1 Million – Disability Retaliation Jury Verdict in Whithorn v. City of West Covina

$2.7 Million – Disability Discrimination Jury Verdict in Spillane v. Partners in Leadership

$1.0 Million – Disability Discrimination Jury Verdict in Thomas v. City of Los Angeles

J.D., Loyola Law School

B.A., Occidental College

State Bar of California

United States District Court of California

United States District Court Southern District of California

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