Atty. David Joseph Sapienza

Atty. David Joseph Sapienza

David Joseph Sapienza is a lawyer practicing business litigation, personal injury, entertainment law and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Chicago in 1974, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About David Joseph Sapienza at a glance

David Joseph Sapienza is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Law Offices of Donovan & Sapienza A Professional Corporation. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, slip & fall, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Eastern, Southern, Northern and Central Districts of California U.S. (1984). Educated at Pepperdine University School of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Illinois at Chicago (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County, Ventura County and American Bar Associations The State Bar of California The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Joseph Sapienza is a lawyer practicing business litigation, personal injury, entertainment law and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Chicago in 1974, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • David practices at Law Offices of Donovan & Sapienza A Professional Corporation in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Joseph Sapienza's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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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Real Estate Law

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

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

David Joseph Sapienza is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 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 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 Joseph Sapienza

Where is David Joseph Sapienza's law office located?
David Joseph Sapienza's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is Law Offices of Donovan & Sapienza A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Joseph Sapienza handle?
David Joseph Sapienza focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, slip & fall, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Joseph Sapienza practiced law?
David Joseph Sapienza has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did David Joseph Sapienza go to law school?
David Joseph Sapienza earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact David Joseph Sapienza for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Joseph Sapienza received?
David Joseph Sapienza's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University School of Law
- 1984
B.A.
University of Illinois at Chicago
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Eastern, Southern, Northern and Central Districts of California U.S.
Admitted: 1984

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