David P. Abeyta is a second generation personal injury lawyer. He works in the areas of plaintiffs' personal injury and wrongful death claims, including auto accidents, workplace injuries, and school injuries. Abeyta works primarily out of the Abeyta Nelson Yakima office.
Abeyta is a life-long resident of Yakima, Washington. After graduating from West Valley High School, Abeyta went on to study at Washington State University and graduated in 2005 with a degree in Political Science. Abeyta continued his education at the California Western School of Law, graduating in 2009. Abeyta joined Abeyta Nelson P.C. in March 2010. He is a partner in the law firm.
Abeyta is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, the Washington State Association for Justice, and the American Association for Justice. He serves on the Washington State Association for Justice Board of Governors. He was awarded with the Ready to Soar New Lawyer Award by WSAJ in 2014. He was named as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine, an award given to only 2.5% of lawyers in the state of Washington who are under the age of 40 or in practice for less than 10 years. He is active in the community and serves on the board of directors for the Yakima Valley Community Foundation. Abeyta recently served as the co-chair of the Pillars Campaign for United Way. He was named as a Campaign Volunteer of the Year. Abeyta is married to Chelsea Irwin-Abeyta, and they have three children, Beauchene, Penelope, and Margaux.
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16 years
33%-40%
State: Washington
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
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Posted by Zera | July 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Outstanding, Highly Recommend
I never write reviews, but make an exception because David Abeyta and his law firm deserve an excellent review. My husband was the victim of a dog attack in 2022. We’ve lived in a quiet Ellensburg neighborhood for about 15 years and my husband uses a walker. When he exited our fenced area to our ...
Posted by Lyle Prescott | August 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Hit by a car in my home
I was watching TV when an uninsured motorist crashed into my home. The car struck the chair I was sitting in. I was rendered unconscious and received whiplash and a serious concussion. My daughter contacted David Abeyta. The driver was uninsured and I Truly didn’t expect any financial help, as I wa...
Posted by Holly | November 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Professional. Positive experience.
I consulted and hired Mr. Abeyta due to car accident injuries. I could not deal with the insurance company on top of my injuries. They took care of EVERYTHING, including doctor recommendations that were outstanding and held off on billing until settlement. I didn’t worry about anything except recover...
Posted by james | August 13, 2015 | Insurance
great lawyer, professional, thorough, and highly recommended
although my case had limitations set by insurance company, abeyta nelson was able to maximize settlement amount for me, by negotiating reduced amounts for bills, and even reducing their fee when they did not have to. I feel they had my best interest in mind, and I would definitely return if I ever ne...
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Under 40- Civil Plaintiff, The National Trial Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Ready to Soar New Lawyer of the Year, Washington State Association for Justice
2010 - Present
Attorney/Partner, Abeyta Nelson P.C.
2013 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
2012 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2010 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2010 - Present
Yakima County Bar Association
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
2015
Co-chair
2014
Auto Cases 2014- Co-chair
2018
2014
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