Atty. David Ethan Sutton
David Ethan Sutton is a lawyer practicing mediation, psychotherapeutic liability & licensing, family law. David received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Family Law & More Attorney · Serving San Rafael, CA · 36+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About David Ethan Sutton at a Glance
David Ethan Sutton is a Sutton Mediation Services based in San Rafael, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on family law, ip, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1990). Educated at Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1989) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1983). Serves clients in San Rafael, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from David Ethan Sutton in San Rafael
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About David Ethan Sutton
- David Ethan Sutton is a lawyer practicing mediation, psychotherapeutic liability & licensing, family law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years
- David practices in San Rafael, CA
Practice Areas Explained
David Ethan Sutton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Ethan Sutton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Rafael.
Family Law in San Rafael
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
David Ethan Sutton is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in San Rafael
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David Ethan Sutton is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Mediation & Arbitration in San Rafael
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
David Ethan Sutton is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Rafael
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 Rafael 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.
San Rafael Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Rafael-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.
Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in San Rafael or all attorneys in California.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About David Ethan Sutton
Where is David Ethan Sutton's law office located?
What practice areas does David Ethan Sutton handle?
How long has David Ethan Sutton practiced law?
Where did David Ethan Sutton go to law school?
How can I contact David Ethan Sutton for a consultation?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Rafael Choose David Ethan Sutton
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 Ethan Sutton's practice in the field of family law, ip, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Ethan Sutton brings 36+ 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 family law, ip, and adr, David Ethan Sutton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Rafael
A San Rafael-based practice means David Ethan Sutton 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 Ethan Sutton Handles in San Rafael
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Ethan Sutton 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Ethan Sutton directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find David Ethan Sutton Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in San Rafael commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like David Ethan Sutton.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with David Ethan Sutton directly.
David Ethan Sutton's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — David Ethan Sutton
No reviews yet.