Atty. David Alan Utley

Atty. David Alan Utley

David Alan Utley is a lawyer practicing longshore and harbor workers compensation act, defense base act, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Whittier College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Long Beach Long Beach 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About David Alan Utley at a glance

David Alan Utley is a Partner based in Long Beach, California, practicing at Samuelsen Gonzalez Valenzuela Brown Llp. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1977) and Whittier College (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Long Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Alan Utley is a lawyer practicing longshore and harbor workers compensation act, defense base act, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Whittier College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • David practices at Samuelsen, Gonzalez, Valenzuela & Brown LLP in Long Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Alan Utley's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

David Alan Utley is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

David Alan Utley is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 Long Beach 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 David Alan Utley

Where is David Alan Utley's law office located?
David Alan Utley's law practice is located in Long Beach, California. The firm is Samuelsen Gonzalez Valenzuela Brown Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Alan Utley handle?
David Alan Utley focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Alan Utley practiced law?
David Alan Utley has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did David Alan Utley go to law school?
David Alan Utley earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact David Alan Utley for a consultation?
You can contact David Alan Utley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Alan Utley received?
David Alan Utley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1977
B.A.
Whittier College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978

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