Theodore Derk Poppinga

Theodore Derk Poppinga

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 38 years

Medical malpractice Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Elder Law

400 University Avenue, Sacramento, CA

About Theodore

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Medical Malpractice 95%

The keystone of my practice is medical malpractice defense. I represent physicians, hospitals, clinics, out patient surgery centers, nurses and other allied health professionals throughout Northern California. Over the past 5 years I have developed a sub-specialty defending psychiatrists and mental health care practitioners in medical malpractice cases. Over the years I have successfully tried many interesting cases and am very passionate about my work.

38 years | 1,700 cases

95%
Elder Law 5%

I have represented skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, medical directors, and physicians in this specialized and growing area of law.

16 years | 25 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 38 years

State: California

Acquired: 1988

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Location

Schuering Zimmerman Scully Tweedy & Doyle, LLP

400 University Avenue, Sacramento, CA, 95825

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Posted by Eugene | August 13, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

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Ted represented me in a lawsuit which went to court. This case was won in our favor. Ted is an outstanding attorney. He and I had an outstanding working relationship. It was available at any time. At times we would meet on the weekends. He is fastidious. Was able to present my case with clarity an...d bring it to a favorable outcome. I would recommend this attorney to anyone facing a malpractice suit.

Posted by Todd | August 07, 2015 | Medical Malpractice

Meticulous, Experienced, Unwavering Dependability

I've had the pleasure of working with Ted for 10 years in a medical malpractice defense capacity. His inimitable attention to detail and his availability for time-sensitive matters never failed to provide great comfort for both my insurance carrier employer and its clients (medical professionals). Fr...om day-to-day issues requiring specific legal advice and analysis, to a very medically-complex jury trial in Sac. Superior Court (and the several years of representation and navigation that led up to it), Ted has proven time and again that he is worthy of mention with the very highest echelon of his peers in Northern California and beyond.

Posted by Eugene | August 03, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

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Mr.Poppinga represented me in a case that was held in my favor. He's an excellent attorney. Hard-working, diligent, available even on weekends. He and I developed an excellent working relationship.His manner during the trial was extraordinary, confident and knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to reco...mmend Ted.

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Medical malpractice lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ted is a hard working, intelligent, and aggressive advocate for his clients. He is a consummate gentleman , professional, and excellent attorney.l"

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Partner, Schuering Zimmerman and Doyle, LLP

Associations

State Bar of California

Member

Sacramento County Bar Association

Member

Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Nevada

Member

State Bar of California

Member

Sacramento County Bar Association

Member

Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Nevada

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Topete v Sutter Center for Psychiatry

Defense verdict

Penilton v Mercy

Defense verdict

Bickmore v Ayres

Defense verdict

Schaffer v Benner

Defense verdict

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Education

1986

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

University of Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Univ of California Santa Barbara

Speaking Engagements

1999

Continuing Education of the Bar Class

Claims and Actions Against Public Entities Under the California Tort Claims Act

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