Atty. David Lee Chaffin

Atty. David Lee Chaffin

David Lee Chaffin is a lawyer practicing litigation, unlawful detainer, mortgage banking law. David received a B.S. degree from University of California in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Newport Beach Newport Beach 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About David Lee Chaffin at a glance

David Lee Chaffin is an Associate based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at Wright Finlay And Zak Llp. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California (2008) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2008). Educated at Chapman University of Law (J.D., 2008) and University of California (B.S. University, 1999). Serands clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Lee Chaffin is a lawyer practicing litigation, unlawful detainer, mortgage banking law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of California in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • David practices at Wright Finlay & Zak, LLP in Newport Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Lee Chaffin's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Landlord & Tenant

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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 Newport Beach 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 Lee Chaffin

Where is David Lee Chaffin's law office located?
David Lee Chaffin's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is Wright Finlay And Zak Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lee Chaffin handle?
David Lee Chaffin focuses on business, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Lee Chaffin practiced law?
David Lee Chaffin has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did David Lee Chaffin go to law school?
David Lee Chaffin earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.S. University, 1999).
How can I contact David Lee Chaffin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chapman University of Law
- 2008
B.S. University
University of California
- 1999

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2008

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