Atty. David Michael Nugent

Atty. David Michael Nugent

David Michael Nugent is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, business and 1 other area of law. David received a degree from California Western SOL, and has been licensed for 50 years.

San Diego San Diego 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About David Michael Nugent at a glance

David Michael Nugent is a medical malpractice, personal injury, business, and litigation attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at California Western School of Law (JD, 1976) and California Western SOL San Diego CA Univ of Pennsylvania Philadelphia PA (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Michael Nugent is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, business and 1 other area of law
  • David received a degree from California Western SOL, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • David practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Nugent's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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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Civil Litigation

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

David Michael Nugent is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 San Diego 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 Michael Nugent

Where is David Michael Nugent's law office located?
David Michael Nugent's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Nugent handle?
David Michael Nugent focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Michael Nugent practiced law?
David Michael Nugent has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did David Michael Nugent go to law school?
David Michael Nugent earned their education at (JD, 1976); (—).
How can I contact David Michael Nugent for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Michael Nugent received?
David Michael Nugent's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
California Western School of Law
- 1976
California Western SOL San Diego CA Univ of Pennsylvania Philadelphia PA
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976

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