Atty. David Edward Cranston

Atty. David Edward Cranston

David Edward Cranston is a lawyer practicing environmental law, environmental litigation, environmental mediation and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About David Edward Cranston at a glance

David Edward Cranston is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Greenberg Glusker Fields Claman Machtinger Llp. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on real estate, litigation, environmental, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and U.S. District Court, Central, Northern and Eastern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals (1986). Educated at University of California, Davis (J.D., 1985) and San Diego State University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Edward Cranston is a lawyer practicing environmental law, environmental litigation, environmental mediation and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • David practices at Greenberg Glusker Fields Claman & Machtinger LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Edward Cranston's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

David Edward Cranston is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

David Edward Cranston is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Edward Cranston

Where is David Edward Cranston's law office located?
David Edward Cranston's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Greenberg Glusker Fields Claman Machtinger Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Edward Cranston handle?
David Edward Cranston focuses on real estate, litigation, environmental, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Edward Cranston practiced law?
David Edward Cranston has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did David Edward Cranston go to law school?
David Edward Cranston earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact David Edward Cranston for a consultation?
You can contact David Edward Cranston 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 Edward Cranston received?
David Edward Cranston's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Davis
- 1985
B.A.
San Diego State University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central, Northern and Eastern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1986

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