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David Dorenfeld has been continuously practing law both state and federal courts for the last 27 years. Mr. Dorenfeld has handled numerous trials and appeals over that time. Mr. Dorenfeld regularly sits as a pro tem judge and offers his services as a pro bono mediator for the county of Los Angeles. During his years of practice he has committed himself to one overriding consideration, he represents his clients as if the dispute or problem were his own. Mr. Dorenfeld prides himself on the millions of dollars he has saved clients on attorney fees or settlements, by always stressing goal oriented strategies while recognizing the costs being incurred. Mr. Dorenfeld also has achieved multiple million dollar plus awards for his clients either through trial or aggressive negotiations. In all endeavors he never loses sight of the personal dynamics involved in handling client matters, whether for multi million dollar corporations or the family business around the corner.
While earning a multitude of scholarships and sitting on prestigious law review programs, Mr. Dorenfeld continues to be called upon to provide continuing education classes to the insurance industry and is regularly called upon by other insurance related coverage isues.
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Acquired: 1989
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30101 Agoura Court, Suite 210, Agoura Hills, CA, 91301
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Posted by John | August 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
David is not only a very effective lawyer, he's also a very smart businessman ... an attribute seldom found in an attorney. And although he doesn't emphasize his contract skills, he's an excellent entertainment negotiator and contract lawyer. In short, David Dorenfeld is the best lawyer I've ever...
Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Very knowledgeable attorney who provides excellent services and sound legal advices and opinions on a consistent basis.
Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Dorenfeld was retained by me to handle a civil case with my previous employer where he indicates the simplicity of the case and sends me pre printed personal injury agreement to sign. My case was not handled the way you’d expect despite our personal meetings providing feedback on the lack of prep...
"I worked for David Dorenfeld for over a decade. I have a great deal of respect for him. He is extremely knowledgeable as well as being honest and ethical. Michael Margolin, Esq."
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2025
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
litigator of the year, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2017
Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network
2015 - Present
Managing Partner, Dorenfeld Law
1997 - Present
Mediator, Los Angeles Superior Court
1997 - Present
Judge, Los Angeles County Superior Court
1999 - 2015
Managing Partner, Snyder Dorenfeld LLP
1989 - 1999
Attorney, Staitman, Snyder, Weissman & Tannenbaum
2014 - Present
Hope FoundationBoard of Directors
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
Spanish
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