Atty. David C. Codell

Atty. David C. Codell

David C. Codell is a lawyer practicing civil rights, constitutional law, complex litigation and 9 other areas of law.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About David C. Codell at a glance

David C. Codell is an Of Counsel based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Caldwell Leslie And Proctor Pc. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, class action, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1996), California (1999), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1999), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2001). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1995) and Harvard University (A.B., 1991). Active member of State Bar of California Massachusetts Bar Association. Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David C. Codell is a lawyer practicing civil rights, constitutional law, complex litigation and 9 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • David practices at Caldwell Leslie & Proctor, PC in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David C. Codell's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David C. Codell

Where is David C. Codell's law office located?
David C. Codell's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Caldwell Leslie And Proctor Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David C. Codell handle?
David C. Codell focuses on employment, business, ip, class action, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David C. Codell practiced law?
David C. Codell has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
What languages does David C. Codell speak?
David C. Codell provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did David C. Codell go to law school?
David C. Codell earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (A.B., 1991).
How can I contact David C. Codell for a consultation?
You can contact David C. Codell 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.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1995
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1991

Languages

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996
California
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 2007

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