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Atty. David S. McDonough

Atty. David S. McDonough

David McDonough practices in WSHB's Northern California office, where he focuses on complex civil litigation, construction defect litigation, professional medical malpractice, and consumer rights throughout the state of California, in both state and federal court. He also is a Discovery Facilitator, helping resolve discovery disputes through a program in Contra Costa County Superior Court.

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Profile Summary

About David S. McDonough at a glance

David S. McDonough is a Partner based in Concord, California, practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, business, real estate, and zoning. Educated at Saint Louis University School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Trinity University (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in Concord, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David McDonough practices in WSHB's Northern California office, where he focuses on complex civil litigation, construction defect litigation, professional medical malpractice, and consumer rights throughout the state of California, in both state and federal court
  • He also is a Discovery Facilitator, helping resolve discovery disputes through a program in Contra Costa County Superior Court
  • In addition to litigating cases, David also acts as a trusted advisor to dozens of companies, working to help them avoid the pitfalls of litigation, and safeguard the companies' futures
  • Prior to joining the firm, David handled all facets of litigation involving trust litigation, business litigation, and real estate litigation, including appeals
  • He also was involved in numerous business and real estate transactions, including negotiating franchise transactions for both the franchisor and the franchisee
  • David graduated from Saint Louis University School of Law in 1999, where he was managing editor of the Fidelity and Surety Law Journal
  • Thereafter, David passed the Texas Bar, and worked in-house at the largest rental car company in the United States
  • He also operated his own firm before leaving Texas for California in 2006
  • After passing the bar in California, David was staff counsel for a real estate and development company, handling both complex litigation and several transactions, and then worked for a small firm representing individuals and small businesses throughout Northern California
  • Prior to attending law school, David received his undergraduate degree in Political Science at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas
  • When not zealously representing clients, he is active in his church, enjoys playing golf and spending time with his wife and two children
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Practice Areas Explained

David S. McDonough's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David S. McDonough 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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Employment Law

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

David S. McDonough is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

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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 Concord 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. McDonough

Where is David S. McDonough's law office located?
David S. McDonough's law practice is located in Concord, California. The firm is Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David S. McDonough handle?
David S. McDonough focuses on medical malpractice, employment, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did David S. McDonough go to law school?
David S. McDonough earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact David S. McDonough for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Saint Louis University School of Law
- 1999
B.A.
Trinity University
- 1994

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