Atty. David A. Carman
A partner in WSHB’s Los Angeles office, David Carman is recognized for over 35 years of exceptional advocacy on behalf of businesses and individuals in complex civil litigation. Known for his strategic insight and unwavering commitment to client success, he has served as lead counsel in high-stakes matters ranging from business ownership disputes and contract disagreements to fraud, unfair competition, employment law, intellectual property, defamation, legal malpractice, and antitrust cases.David has extensive first-chair trial experience in both state and federal courts.
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David A. Carman is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Wood Smith Henning Berman Llp. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, ip, and litigation. Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (J.D. Moot, 1990) and Kenyon College (B.A. Summa, 1984). Active member of Beverly Hills and Los Angeles County Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- A partner in WSHB’s Los Angeles office, David Carman is recognized for over 35 years of exceptional advocacy on behalf of businesses and individuals in complex civil litigation
- Known for his strategic insight and unwavering commitment to client success, he has served as lead counsel in high-stakes matters ranging from business ownership disputes and contract disagreements to fraud, unfair competition, employment law, intellectual property, defamation, legal malpractice, and antitrust cases.David has extensive first-chair trial experience in both state and federal courts
- He is also highly skilled in alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration, and has represented clients before administrative agencies and appellate courts.Throughout his formidable career, David has litigated cases in both state and federal courts in California, as well as federal courts in Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Minnesota, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.He has represented high-profile clients and matters that have garnered media attention
- He has litigated alongside and against some of the largest law firms in the world.This depth of experience allows for a strategic focus on the issues most critical to a successful resolution, delivering value to clients whether through settlement or trial
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David A. Carman's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David A. Carman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
David A. Carman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David A. Carman is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David A. Carman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David A. Carman is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David A. Carman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
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 Los Angeles 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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