Atty. David Milton Given
David Milton Given is a lawyer practicing commercial and class action litigation, transactional matters, litigation and 5 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Commercial and Class Action Litigation & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 39+ Years Experience
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About David Milton Given at a Glance
David Milton Given is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Phillips, Erlewine & Given LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, ip, and class action. Admitted to practice in New York (1987) and California (1989). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1986) and Cornell University (A.B., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chair, Entertainment and Sports Law Committee, 1999-2001) State Bar of California American Bar Association (Chair, Forum on the Entertainment and Sports Industries, 2001-2003, Bar Association of San Francisco. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Milton Given
- David Milton Given is a lawyer practicing commercial and class action litigation, transactional matters, litigation and 5 other areas of law
- David received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- David practices at Phillips, Erlewine & Given LLP in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
David Milton Given's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Milton Given handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Employment Law in San Francisco
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in San Francisco
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David Milton Given is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in San Francisco
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David Milton Given is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Class Action in San Francisco
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 Francisco 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 Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose David Milton Given
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 Milton Given's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, ip, and class action.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Milton Given brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and California, David Milton Given can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and real estate, David Milton Given can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means David Milton Given attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Milton Given Handles in San Francisco
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