Big Firm Quality @ Small Firm Prices (Highly Recommend)
I am a CEO of technology and service companies. David represented me in a breach of contract and employment litigation matter against a corporate entity with deep pockets and highly paid big firm attorneys. The bottom line: I had a great outcome thanks to David. Fearless, knowledgeable, and no-nonsense. Impeccable handle on the law and issues. Did not leave any stones unturned. Articulate and one of the best writers I have come across. For those new to litigation, strong writing and advocacy skills are fundamental -- David has it all.
My startup used Mr. Newdorf in a lengthy litigation and he performed superbly, delivering above and beyond our best expectations. He had come highly recommended to us from another lawyer, and managed our case superbly. He was diligent & precise in his work and performed admirably. As our company evolves, we will most definitely be using David again.
Business, complex disputes, real estate investments, mortgage litigation, breach of contract, oral contract, breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, interference with contract, interference with prospective economic advantage, False Claims Act, Unfair Competition, RICO, and complex litigation.
David Newdorf founded Newdorf Legal is an alternative to the traditional big law firm. After practicing at a large law firm and in the public sector, Mr. Newdorf has learned that not every case requires an army of lawyers. Many cases are more effectively and efficiently handled by a single experienced lawyer overseeing every aspect of the work. Mr. Newdorf has personally handled all phases of litigation in hundreds of matters, including trials, mediations and appeals.
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I have been a civil trial lawyer in San Francisco since 1994. Before law school, I was a daily newspaper reporter in California and Florida.
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I started my own law firm, Newdorf Legal, in July 2008 as an alternative to the traditional big firm.  My firm represents individuals, business and public entities in trials and appeals. From 2001 until setting out on my own, I served as a Deputy City Attorney and supervisor on the trial team of the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office. At the City, I defended police civil rights claims, class actions and complex commercial disputes. I practice in both state and federal court at the trial and appellate levels.
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Before joining the office, I was a litigation associate at O’Melveny & Myers LLP in San Francisco from 1994 to 2001.
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Early in my career (1995-96), I took a one-year hiatus from O’Melveny to clerk for Judge Charles A. Legge in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. It was there I got my first exposure to civil rights cases, which led to pro bono work at O’Melveny and defending police civil rights cases at the City.
Big Firm Quality @ Small Firm Prices (Highly Recommend)
I am a CEO of technology and service companies. David represented me in a breach of contract and employment litigation matter against a corporate entity with deep pockets and highly paid big firm attorneys. The bottom line: I had a great outcome thanks to David. Fearless, knowledgeable, and no-nonsense. Impeccable handle on the law and issues. Did not leave any stones unturned. Articulate and one of the best writers I have come across. For those new to litigation, strong writing and advocacy skills are fundamental -- David has it all.
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Posted by LD Mangin | July 27, 2010
Excellent Lawyer - Highly Recommend
My startup used Mr. Newdorf in a lengthy litigation and he performed superbly, delivering above and beyond our best expectations. He had come highly recommended to us from another lawyer, and managed our case superbly. He was diligent & precise in his work and performed admirably. As our company evolves, we will most definitely be using David again.
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Posted by Amit | July 16, 2010
Absolutely amazing...best business/professional attorney I've seen in the last 12 yrs
I own a software firm in the Silicon Valley....and tend to do a lot of business with firms in the east coast...with the economy in shambles...many small firms are trying to do stuff, which are not in compliance....we have had a few situations,where our vendors tried to solicit business from our clients and infringe on our intellectual rights...we spoke to many attorneys...it was a sheer waste of time...they all wanted to make money...no one was interested in helping us...finally, we were advised to meet with David....he came across as an angel...he spent time listening to us and advised us on the next steps....like a family...he represented us...and his approach was so good that we won the case....I would strongly advise any one in the software business or any business to work with David...he is knowledgeable, kind and extremely helpful.
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Business Attorney | Apr 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"David is a fabulous attorney. He's tough in the courtroom but compassionate with his clients. He is a former San Francisco Deputy City Attorney so he really knows the ins and outs of government and business law."
Litigation Attorney | Jan 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Newdorf is clearly an excellent trial attorney who uses the latest technology in the courtroom to persuade juries. He has presented a lecture to our lawyer's group (Bay Area Lawyers Network) in which he demonstrated ability, dedication, and common sense. He is clearly a litigator with superior trial skills in his arsenal, and I would have no hesitation in referring my clients to him."
Civil rights Attorney | Aug 10
Relationship: Co-worker
"David is a brilliant lawyer, with great depth of experience and knowledge in the civil litigation in particular, and in civil rights and government contract litigation in particular. He served as one of my fellow supervisors for several year in the San Francisco City Attorney's office. I give him my highest recommendation."
Litigation Attorney | Jul 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I had the pleasure of working with David for several years at the City Attorney's Office. He is a dedicated lawyer with a tremendous ability to cut through even the most complex issues. I highly recommend him."
Litigation Attorney | Jul 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"David is a bright, experienced creative attorney. I have referred clients to him and recommend him to any attorney looking for a top-notch lawyer with whom to collaborate."