Atty. David Scott Hamilton

Atty. David Scott Hamilton

David Scott Hamilton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, labor & employment, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About David Scott Hamilton at a glance

David Scott Hamilton is a personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and construction attorney based in San Luis Obispo, California. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in California (1997), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1998), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1998), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1999). Educated at Thomas Jefferson School of Law (J.D., 1997) and San Diego State University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Orange County and American Bar Associations Association of Trial Lawyers of America Association of Defense Counsel, Northern California. Serands clients in San Luis Obispo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Scott Hamilton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, labor & employment, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • David practices in San Luis Obispo, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Scott Hamilton's Areas of Practice

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

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 Scott Hamilton 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 Scott Hamilton 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.

David Scott Hamilton 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.

David Scott Hamilton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

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 Luis Obispo 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 Scott Hamilton

Where is David Scott Hamilton's law office located?
David Scott Hamilton's law practice is located in San Luis Obispo, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Scott Hamilton handle?
David Scott Hamilton focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Scott Hamilton practiced law?
David Scott Hamilton has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did David Scott Hamilton go to law school?
David Scott Hamilton earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact David Scott Hamilton for a consultation?
You can contact David Scott Hamilton 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 Scott Hamilton received?
David Scott Hamilton's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
San Diego State University
- 1993

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1999

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