David Terrell Chapman

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David Terrell Chapman

also known as Chapman Law Group, A.P.C., David T. Chapman

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 25 years

Litigation Lawyer at San Rafael, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Real Estate ... +2 more

950 Northgate Drive, Suite 306, San Rafael, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About David

Biography

Certified Mediator. Personal Injury, Real Estate, Business, and Consumer Protection.

Corporate Formation and Compliance. LLC & Partnership Disputes. Collections.

Residential and Commercial Real Estate Counseling and General Litigation.

Litigation in State & Federal Courts.

Fighting for the Rights of Seriously Injured Victims.

Mediate complex disputes with impartiality and skill, fostering equitable resolutions.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Litigation 30%

Trial Lawyer; State & Federal Court.

21 years | 90 cases

30%
Business 25%

Business Counseling; Compliance; Corporate Formation; LLC & Partnership Disputes; Commercial Litigation; Employment; Transactional; Contract Drafting and Negotiation; Corporate Law.

25 years | 90 cases

25%
Real Estate 25%

Commercial and residential real estate transactions and general litigation matters, including: Purchase and sale agreements; Bulk sale escrow transfers; Common interest developments; Homeowners' associations; Condominium associations; Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions (CC&Rs); Davis Stirling Act; Title and deeds; Unpermitted improvements; Nuisance and injunctive relief; Leases; Landlord - Tenant; Neighbor & boundary disputes; Easements; Zoning; Land Use; Riparian rights; Variance.

21 years | 200 cases

25%
Mediation 10%

The Firm encourages early settlement and alternative dispute resolution such as mediation and arbitration to avoid the time, stress, and costs of litigation.

10%
Personal Injury 10%

Automobile Accidents; Wrongful Death; Catastrophic Injury; Brain & Spine Injuries; Dog Bites; Slip & Fall; Elder Abuse; Slander; Defamation; False Light; Emotional Distress.

13 years | 70 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-43%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Chapman Law Group, A.P.C.

950 Northgate Drive, Suite 306, San Rafael, CA, 94903

davidchapmanlaw.com

Online Presence

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David Terrell Chapman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by robert | March 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I wish all lawyers were like David!

It is an absolute pleasure to write this review about David Chapman. He is a genuine human being, - understanding, down to earth and cares about other people. Even beyond that, he is an excellent attorney who will do what it takes to protect your rights and help you with any legal issue you may ha...ve. I was referred to David because I was facing an illegal eviction from a care facility for the elderly. I called dozens of lawyers and not one felt it lucrative enough to defend me. But not David, he patiently listened to all the details of my case, even asked me to send him the relevant papers to take a quick look at without even charging me, He also suggested a possible strategy to deal with the problem. All I can say is I wish all lawyers were like David. I was extrememly fortunate to find him.

Posted by anonymous | October 2, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Asbestos/Black Mold HMO/Insurance denied claim

I would highly recommend David Chapman. He is very knowledgeable and quickly grasped the complicated Real Estate/Insurance/Homeowner's association situation I was not able to deal with. I had an attorney and was looking for one in San Mateo. Yelp got me to David. Although out of the area, he was a... blessing. He was able to break things down...and knew what I needed to get to him for him to make good legal recommendations. Which had not been done by my prior attorney. David is persistent, persuasive, and perceptive. He was patient working with me (a senior) and I consider him a RE/Attorney angel!

Posted by Veronica | September 22, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Brilliant, cool attorney

I really liked his level of clarity, his generosity, his easy going demeanor. Will definitely reach back out to utilize his services in the near future.

Posted by Sarah | September 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dedicated and Thorough Attorney

I hired David after a local company threatened to report me to a credit agency for allegedly failing to pay penalties related to canceling my membership. David drafted a really strong cease and desist letter and threatened to sue the company. I am happy to say that the company did not report me to ...the credit agency and never bothered me after that. I recommend this lawyer and would hire him again.

Posted by J.Chan | July 22, 2015

Great Lawyer. Very responsible and knowledgeable!

I recommend David Chapman. I hired David a couple of years ago to help me resolve a debt dispute. David handled my Contracts & Agreements matter. Mr. Chapman created a solid, detailed settlement agreement and facilitated in the negotiation of terms between myself and the creditor. He did this effo...rtlessly, met all deadlines, and even surprised me with how quickly we were able to reach a favorable settlement. Mr. Chapman's professional demeanor, honesty, and understanding of the law made me feel at peace when hiring an attorney and I look forward to working with him in the future.

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David Terrell Chapman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Zev Hardman

Litigation lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As an attorney, I worked with David in several matters including in defending multiple parties prosecuted by the U.S. Dept. of Labor at U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California before The Honorable William H. Orrick. There, we successfully prevented prosecutors from obtaining substantial damages when two of our three individual defendants were found not liable by the jury despite the considerable and costly efforts of the U.S. Dept. of Labor. David works hard for his clients. He’s a strong writer and thinker. If you are considering hiring an attorney, I recommend you speak with David about your legal issue today."

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R. Grubbs

Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. David is one of the sharpest lawyers I've had the pleasure of knowing. Tough, but fair...extremely thorough...would have loved to have him on my side!"

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Lynette Stetler

Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is very sharp, quick witted and a pleasure to work with. He has tremendous attention to detail and asks all the right questions to get to the heart of the matter. I would say he is intuitive in that regard. I also know that he is versed in other areas of law (land use, employment etc) - kind of a jack of all law trades. I highly recommend him as an attorney or a consultant."

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Renee Kennedy

Litigation lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Heaney

Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a very effective lawyer and will do all in he can to bring his client effective results. I endorse David."

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Gary Rotkop

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Chapman. He is bright, professional, and well spoken. He is an attorney that I would prefer to have on my side."

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Wesley Wakeford

Litigation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is a hard working, intelligent, and diligent attorney who gives his all for his clients. His litigation work product is top notch. I have worked with David as co-counsel on a number of cases where his depth of litigation skills and his substantial experience dramatically improved the position of our clients' cases. I highly recommend him."

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Scott Lafranchi

Environmental and natural resources lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Esther Klisura

Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Zev Hardman

General practice lawyer

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David Streza

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Wesley Wakeford

Personal injury lawyer

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Peter Gielniak

Estate planning lawyer

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Barrett Schaefer

Real estate lawyer

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Summer Nastich

Environmental and natural resources lawyer

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Scott Lafranchi

Estate planning lawyer

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Esther Klisura

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

Best Attorney – Real Estate, Pacific Sun

2021

Best Law Firm, Pacific Sun

2017

Certificate of Completion, National Institute for Trial Advocacy

1998

AM-JUR award, Constitutional Law II., American Jurisprudence Bancroft-Witney

1998

CALI Excellence for the Future Award, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Mediator, Chapman Law Group, A.P.C.

2012 - Present

Attorney at Law (Owner), Chapman Law Group, A.P.C.

2006 - 2012

Associate Attorney, Edgcomb Law Group

2005 - 2006

Associate, Law Office of William E. Boyd

2003 - 2005

Associate Attorney, Dummit, Faber & Briegleb

2001 - 2002

Law Clerk, California Supreme Court

Associations

2012 - Present

Marin County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

San Francisco Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Perez v. Seafood Peddler, et al.

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Education

1999

Santa Clara University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

N/A

Twitter Account @DavidTChapman

Languages

English

Japanese

Spanish

Korean

Thai

Russian

Ukrainian

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