Atty. David Paul Lenhardt

Atty. David Paul Lenhardt

David Paul Lenhardt is a lawyer practicing business litigation, auto accident, construction defect and 19 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Santa Ana Santa Ana 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About David Paul Lenhardt at a glance

David Paul Lenhardt is an Attorney Principal based in Santa Ana, California, practicing at Pyka Lenhardt Schnaider Dawkins, LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, car accidents, contracts, personal injury, and employment. Admitted to practice in California (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1973) and University of California at Santa Barbara (A.B., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Orange County Bar Association State Bar of California California Peace Officer Association American Board of Trial Advocates Southern California Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Santa Ana, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Paul Lenhardt is a lawyer practicing business litigation, auto accident, construction defect and 19 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • David practices at Pyka Lenhardt Schnaider Dawkins, LLP in Santa Ana, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Paul Lenhardt's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Contracts

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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.

David Paul Lenhardt is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David Paul Lenhardt is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 Santa Ana 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 Paul Lenhardt

Where is David Paul Lenhardt's law office located?
David Paul Lenhardt's law practice is located in Santa Ana, California. The firm is Pyka Lenhardt Schnaider Dawkins, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Paul Lenhardt handle?
David Paul Lenhardt focuses on wrongful termination, car accidents, contracts, personal injury, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Paul Lenhardt practiced law?
David Paul Lenhardt has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did David Paul Lenhardt go to law school?
David Paul Lenhardt earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1970).
How can I contact David Paul Lenhardt for a consultation?
You can contact David Paul Lenhardt directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Paul Lenhardt received?
David Paul Lenhardt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1973
A.B.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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