Atty. David S Lessoff
Mr. David S Lessoff is a lawyer practicing digital media, entertainment & media, contracts and 2 other areas of law.
Contracts & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 29+ Years Experience
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About David S Lessoff at a Glance
David S Lessoff is a Counsel, Entertainment & Media based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on contracts, real estate, ip, entertainment, and internet. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1997), Washington (1998), and California (1999). Educated at University of Missouri (B.A. English, 1990) and Gonzaga University School of Law J.D. Honors Graduate Gonzaga University School of Law J.D. 1997 Articles Editor and Board Member Gonzaga University School of Law J.D. Gonzaga Law Review Gonz (—). Active member of Membership Activities Admitted to practice in the states of California, Washington and Oregon, Honorably Discharged United States Army Veteran, 1986, and Adjunct Professor, Loyola Law School, January 2007 - present. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David S Lessoff
- Mr. David S Lessoff is a lawyer practicing digital media, entertainment & media, contracts and 2 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years
- David practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
David S Lessoff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David S Lessoff handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Contracts in Los Angeles
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Real Estate Law in Los Angeles
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Intellectual Property in Los Angeles
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David S Lessoff is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Los Angeles
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
David S Lessoff is one of 45,619 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in California →
Internet & Cyber Law in Los Angeles
Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose David S Lessoff
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 S Lessoff's practice in the field of contracts, real estate, ip, entertainment, and internet.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David S Lessoff brings 29+ 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 Oregon, Washington, and California, David S Lessoff can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, real estate, and ip, David S Lessoff can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means David S Lessoff 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 S Lessoff Handles in Los Angeles
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