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Atty. David S. Demian

Atty. David S. Demian

David Demian is a savvy business advisor and experienced litigator who works with construction and general business owners, in-house counsel, and real estate owners, landlords, and tenants. He is an expert in federal contracting procurement and regulatory law, SBA and VA set-aside programs, corporate licensing and business agreements, and commercial transactions and real estate matters.

San Diego San Diego 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About David S. Demian at a glance

David S. Demian is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on contracts, estate planning, business, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in California (2002), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (2004), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (2006), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (2014). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 2001) and Harvard University (B.A., 1997). Active member of State Bar of California San Diego County Bar Association (Construction and Real Property Sections) Harvard Club of San Diego. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Demian is a savvy business advisor and experienced litigator who works with construction and general business owners, in-house counsel, and real estate owners, landlords, and tenants
  • He is an expert in federal contracting procurement and regulatory law, SBA and VA set-aside programs, corporate licensing and business agreements, and commercial transactions and real estate matters
  • Clients value his ability to provide solutions to their toughest business problems — all while maintaining the positive demeanor you expect from your strongest business advocate
  • David’s commitment to providing a quality legal product and the best possible service is evidenced by a long list of loyal clients

Practice Areas Explained

David S. Demian's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

David S. Demian is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David S. Demian is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

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Construction Law

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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 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 S. Demian

Where is David S. Demian's law office located?
David S. Demian's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David S. Demian handle?
David S. Demian focuses on contracts, estate planning, business, real estate, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David S. Demian practiced law?
David S. Demian has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did David S. Demian go to law school?
David S. Demian earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact David S. Demian for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 2001
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 2014
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2015
U.S. District Court, Southern Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 2016
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2017

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