David Gittelman - Lawyer in San Diego, CA

David Jonathan Gittelman

Lawsuits and disputes Attorney at San Diego, CA

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Landslide lawyer

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Practice areas

Lawsuits and disputes

60%

Landslides; earth movement events; trespass; nuisance; subrogation.
General practice

40%

The Law Offices of David J. Gittelman is a small civil law firm, specializing in complex litigation. We represent clients throughout California in a wide variety of complex matters, including landslides, products liability, wrongful death, and construction litigation. We pride ourselves on building strong relationships with our clients. By remaining small, we are able to focus our attention on all aspects and details of the issues that concern our clients.

We have litigated hundreds of cases from inception to resolution or verdict, providing zealous representation while maintaining high standards of integrity and honesty. Our experience helps streamline the litigation process and often allows our clients to reach an early resolution to their cases, saving both time and money.

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Licensed for 26 years

State CA

Status Active

Acquired 1996

Updated 12/01/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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David Jonathan Gittelman

12864 Salmon River Rd.

San Diego, CA, 92129

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Posted by anonymous | December 4, 2014

Landslide lawyer

David represented me in a landslide dispute with my neighbor. He was very knowledgable about landslides and aggressively defended me. I was very impressed with him.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

Owner
Law Offices of David J. Gittelman
2008 - Present

Associate
Gray & Prouty
2003 - 2008

Associate
Travelers Insurance
1997 - 2003

Education

University of San Diego School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1995

New York University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1992

Legal Cases

Ryan v. O'Brien
Defense Verdict; two hours

Associations

State Bar of California
Member
1996 - Present

San Diego Bar Association
Member
1996 - 2016

Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Featured Attorney
Lawyers of Distinction
2022

Top California attorney
Who's Who Legal
2016

Chancellor's Award for Distinguished Service
New York University
1992

Publications

Legal Ink Magazine
Would YOU Hire Yourself as Legal Counsel?
2015

Legal Ink Magazine
Should You Sue Because of a Negative Review?
2015

Legal Current Events
Your Legal Reputation in 2015
2015

Speaking Engagements

Execusummit on Subrogation
Subrogation
2007

Claims training
Landslide Claims and Litigation
2005

Attorney endorsements

Received (4)

Given (10)

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Barry Macnaughton

Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Jun 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with David on a contentious neighbor dispute involving claims of encroachment and hillside instability. I found David to be knowledgeable, aggressive, and very ethically focused on the interests of his client. I highly endorse David."

Michael Drury

Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Sep 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known David for 23 years. He is hard-working, intelligent, and aggressive."

Charles Longo

Litigation Attorney | Jan 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've had the pleasure of being co-counsel with David in the representation of a Fortune 100 client in a large loss subrogation matter. He's impressed me with his interpersonal skills as well as his knowledge of the law. I've come to value and rely on his innovative input and dispassionate case evaluation."

Gerald Jagorda

Litigation Attorney | Nov 05
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked for/with David for a number of years. He always vigorously represents his clients' interests and provides work of the highest caliber."