Atty. David S Ratner

Atty. David S Ratner

David S Ratner is a lawyer practicing employment discrimination, personal injury, mass torts and 85 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Employment Discrimination & More Attorney · Serving Walnut Creek, CA · 52+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About David S Ratner at a Glance

David S Ratner is a Managing Partner based in Walnut Creek, California. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, discrimination, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern, Western and Northern Districts of New York U.S. Cou (1974), District of Columbia (2011), and California (2017). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1973) and Cornell University (B.S., 1968). Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations American Trial Lawyers Association New York State Trial Lawyers Association (Board of Directors Executive Committee) National Employment Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About David S Ratner

  • David S Ratner is a lawyer practicing employment discrimination, personal injury, mass torts and 85 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • David practices in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David S Ratner's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David S Ratner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Walnut Creek.

Car Accidents in Walnut Creek

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Truck Accidents in Walnut Creek

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Workplace Discrimination in Walnut Creek

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Medical Malpractice in Walnut Creek

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Wrongful Death in Walnut Creek

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Walnut Creek

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 Walnut Creek 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.

Walnut Creek Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Walnut Creek-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About David S Ratner

Where is David S Ratner's law office located?
David S Ratner's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David S Ratner handle?
David S Ratner focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, discrimination, medical malpractice, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David S Ratner practiced law?
David S Ratner has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did David S Ratner go to law school?
David S Ratner earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact David S Ratner for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Walnut Creek Choose David S Ratner

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 Ratner's practice in the field of car accidents, truck accidents, discrimination, medical malpractice, and wrongful death.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

David S Ratner brings 52+ 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 U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern, Western and Northern Districts of New York U.S. Cou, District of Columbia, and California, David S Ratner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering car accidents, truck accidents, and discrimination, David S Ratner can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Walnut Creek

A Walnut Creek-based practice means David S Ratner attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues David S Ratner Handles in Walnut Creek

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David S Ratner has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Surgical error claims
Medical Malpractice
Misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis
Medical Malpractice
Birth injury lawsuits
Medical Malpractice
Hospital negligence
Medical Malpractice

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David S Ratner directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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David S Ratner's Practice Areas & Specializations

Employment Discrimination Mass Torts Personal Injury Accidents Airplane Crash Litigation All Terrain Vehicle Products Liability Amusement Park Liability Aquatic Injuries Architects and Engineers Liability Architects And Engineers Malpractice Automobile Accidents And Injuries Automobile Negligence Automotive Crashworthiness Automotive Design Liability Automotive Products Liability Automotive Restraints Bicycle Products Liability Blood Bank Liability Bodily Injury Brain Injury Catastrophic Injury Chemical Products Liability Civil Liability Civil Litigation Complex Litigation Construction Accidents Construction Labor Law Construction Products Liability Design Professionals Malpractice Diet Drug Litigation Dram Shop Liability Drug And Medical Device Defense Elevator Liability Engineering Products Liability Environmental Products Liability Escalator Liability Explosions Firearms Products Liability Flammable Fabrics Funeral Directors Liability Head Injury Heavy Equipment Products Liability Hotel Liability Hotel Security Intentional Torts Lead Poisoning Libel And Slander Manufacturers Liability Marina Liability Medical Malpractice Medical Negligence Motor Vehicle Accidents And Injuries Motorcycle Accidents Motorcycle Products Liability Negligent Security Obstetric Malpractice Orthopedic Malpractice Pediatric Malpractice Premises Liability Premises Security Product Defects Product Warning Labels Products Liability Professional Malpractice Professional Negligence Professional Sexual Misconduct Propane Products Liability Psychiatric Malpractice Psychological Injury Psychology Malpractice Railroad Accidents And Injuries Railroad Crossing Accidents Railroad Liability Recreational Vehicle Products Liability Restaurant Liability Severe Burns Sex Discrimination Slip and Fall Spinal Injury Surgeons Liability Third Party Wrongful Death Tort Liability Torts Toxic Exposure Toxic Torts Truck Accidents Trucking Liability Wrongful Death

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1973
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1968

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern, Western and Northern Districts of New York U.S. Cou
Admitted: 1974
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2011
California
Admitted: 2017

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