Atty. M. David DeSantis

Atty. M. David DeSantis

M. David DeSantis is a lawyer practicing insurance, business litigation.

San Francisco San Francisco 40 J. Erfahrung 40 year
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Profile Summary

About M. David DeSantis at a glance

M. David DeSantis is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Gianunzio & DeSantis, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1986) and California (1987). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Boston University School of Management (B.S.B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • M. David DeSantis is a lawyer practicing insurance, business litigation
  • M. David received a B.S.B.A. degree from Boston University School of Management in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • M. David practices at Gianunzio & DeSantis, LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

M. David DeSantis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases M. David DeSantis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about M. David DeSantis

Where is M. David DeSantis's law office located?
M. David DeSantis's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Gianunzio & DeSantis, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M. David DeSantis handle?
M. David DeSantis focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has M. David DeSantis practiced law?
M. David DeSantis has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did M. David DeSantis go to law school?
M. David DeSantis earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S.B.A., 1983).
How can I contact M. David DeSantis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has M. David DeSantis received?
M. David DeSantis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1986
B.S.B.A.
Boston University School of Management
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1986
California
Admitted: 1987

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