Atty. David Benjamin Chidlaw

Atty. David Benjamin Chidlaw

David Benjamin Chidlaw is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employee benefits/erisa, immigration and 21 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of California, Davis in 1980, and has been licensed for 37 years.

San Diego San Diego 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About David Benjamin Chidlaw at a glance

David Benjamin Chidlaw is an Of Counsel based in San Diego, California, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, estate planning, employment, immigration, and class action. Admitted to practice in California California State Courts United States District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Central, (1989). Educated at University of California, Davis (J.D., 1989) and University of California, Davis (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •Member, San Diego County Bar Association •Member, American Subcontractors Association •Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Benjamin Chidlaw is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employee benefits/erisa, immigration and 21 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of California, Davis in 1980, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • David practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Benjamin Chidlaw's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David Benjamin Chidlaw is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Class Action

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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 Diego 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 Benjamin Chidlaw

Where is David Benjamin Chidlaw's law office located?
David Benjamin Chidlaw's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Benjamin Chidlaw handle?
David Benjamin Chidlaw focuses on wrongful termination, estate planning, employment, immigration, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Benjamin Chidlaw practiced law?
David Benjamin Chidlaw has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did David Benjamin Chidlaw go to law school?
David Benjamin Chidlaw earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact David Benjamin Chidlaw for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Benjamin Chidlaw received?
David Benjamin Chidlaw's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Davis
- 1989
B.S.
University of California, Davis
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California California State Courts United States District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Central,
Admitted: 1989

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