Atty. David E. Rosen

Atty. David E. Rosen

Order of the Coif; Southern California Law Review, 1989-1990. Editor, Computer Law/Major Tax Planning Journal, 1990.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Santa Monica, CA · 35+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About David E. Rosen at a Glance

David E. Rosen is a Partner based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Murphy Rosen LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1991). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1991) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About David E. Rosen

  • Order of the Coif
  • Southern California Law Review, 1989-1990
  • Editor, Computer Law/Major Tax Planning Journal, 1990
  • Contributing Editor, Human Resources Guide, Warren, Gorham & Lamont, 1992
  • Associate, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, 1991-1992
  • Partner, O'Neill Lysaght & Sun, 1992-2003

Practice Areas Explained

David E. Rosen's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Rosen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Monica.

Business & Corporate Law in Santa Monica

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

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Real Estate Law in Santa Monica

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property in Santa Monica

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Estate & Trust Litigation in Santa Monica

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Civil Litigation in Santa Monica

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Monica

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 Santa Monica 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 venue, 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.

Santa Monica Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Santa Monica-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About David E. Rosen

Where is David E. Rosen's law office located?
David E. Rosen's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is Murphy Rosen LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David E. Rosen handle?
David E. Rosen focuses on business, real estate, ip, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David E. Rosen practiced law?
David E. Rosen has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did David E. Rosen go to law school?
David E. Rosen earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact David E. Rosen for a consultation?
You can contact David E. Rosen 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 E. Rosen received?
David E. Rosen's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Santa Monica Choose David E. Rosen

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David E. Rosen's practice in the field of business, real estate, ip, estate litigation, and litigation.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

David E. Rosen brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business, real estate, and ip, David E. Rosen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Santa Monica

A Santa Monica-based practice means David E. Rosen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues David E. Rosen Handles in Santa Monica

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David E. Rosen has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
Residential property transactions
Real Estate
Commercial lease disputes
Real Estate
Title and deed issues
Real Estate
Landlord-tenant conflicts
Real Estate
Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David E. Rosen directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1991
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1988

Awards & Professional Honors

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 1991

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