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Estate Planning for the People You Love Most, Preserving Values and Connection
Meaningful Legacy Law PC provides estate planning with heart—giving you and your loved ones true peace of mind. Attorney David W. Scopp brings over 20 years of legal experience, blending deep compassion with clear, practical guidance. His mission is to protect minor children, preserve meaningful legacies, and keep families out of court and conflict by creating plans that work when they’re needed most.
David graduated cum laude from law school, served as Editor-in-Chief of the law review, and has been recognized by Super Lawyers. He is currently training to become a Personal Family Lawyer®, using a unique, counseling-based approach to help you make empowered, informed decisions about your life, legacy, and loved ones.
Outside of work, David is a father, ocean swimmer, surfer, and nature lover. These experiences deepen my clarity and resilience—and inspire my practice. But what grounds me most is the life I share with my wife, our two sons, and our dog. Becoming a father changed everything. I now see planning as an act of love—not for yourself, but for the people we care about most. That’s who this work is really for. And knowing they’ll be supported brings peace.
As your future Personal Family Lawyer, I’d love to begin helping you plan for the people you love and everything else you care about today.
Let's create peace of mind—together.
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Chat withState: California
Acquired: 2006
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215 W Franklin St., Ste. 204, Monterey, CA, 93940
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Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Scopp just settled my personal injury case from an accident in June 2016, so I've worked with him closely over the last six months. He is a great communicator, and a sympathetic listener. After I was hit by a lady running a red light, she denied everything. Mr. Scopp used his personal investigat...
Posted by Damen Winston | December 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
It was by mistake that my appeal landed in the hands of Mr. David Scopp, but in this case it was a mistake that I am thankful for. I can only assume that he has many cases to work on but I could not tell because he treated me as if my case was his top priority. I was impressed with the points he made...
Posted by anonymous | July 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I want to start off by saying never once was there a moment where I second guessed my decision to hire David. He is a true and genuine lawyer who puts his client's best interest first and foremost. During such a difficult and traumatic time in my life my mind was put at ease knowing all of my legal w...
Posted by anonymous | February 1, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
I am a client of his and he is very very good at is job and i dont think there is anyone better! My case is still pending and im just glad i have an educated attorney who i would recomend to anyone!
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Pro Bono 20 Hour Challenge, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
2007
Pro Bono 20 Hour Challenge, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
2006
McAuliffe Honor Society, University of San Francisco School of Law
2006
Pro Bono 20 Hour Challenge, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
2005
Editor in Chief, University of San Francisco School of Law
2004
CALI Award for Excellence, Legal Research & Writing II, University of San Francisco School of Law
2004
CALI Award for Excellence, Environmental Law, University of San Francisco School of Law
2004
CALI Award for Excellence, Legal Scholarship Seminar, University of San Francisco School of Law
2003
CALI Award for Excellence, Legal Research & Writing I, University of San Francisco
2003
CALI Award for Excellence, Torts, University of San Francisco School of Law
2025 - Present
Owner, Meaningful Legacy Law PC
2022 - Present
Of Counsel, Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc.
2018 - 2022
Attorney, Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc.
2011 - 2012
Research Attorney, Superior Court of California, County of Monterey
2010 - 2022
Owner, Law Office of David W. Scopp
2008 - 2010
Associate, Johnson, Fantl & Kennifer, LLP
2006 - 2008
Associate, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, LLP
2016 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
2012 - Present
California Appellate Defense CounselMember
2016 - 2017
Monterey County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
Full reversal.
Sentence reduced by possible 10 years, guaranteed 5 years.
Two sentences and enhancement reversed.
Victory for Client
Victory for Client
Victory for Client
Victory for Client
Victory for Client
Victory for Client
Reversed and remanded.
Reversed and remanded.
Reversed and remanded.
2006
J.D.
1998
BA
2005
2005
English