Atty. David Simantob
David Simantob is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, advertising, insurance coverage and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Advertising & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 35+ Years Experience
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About David Simantob at a Glance
David Simantob is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on ip, insurance, adr, appellate, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of California (1991). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1991) and Brown University (B.A., 1988). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Simantob
- David Simantob is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, advertising, insurance coverage and 3 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
- David practices at Wilson Elser in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
David Simantob's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Simantob handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Intellectual Property in Los Angeles
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David Simantob is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Insurance Law in Los Angeles
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
David Simantob is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →
Mediation & Arbitration in Los Angeles
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
David Simantob is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →
Appellate Practice in Los Angeles
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
David Simantob is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in California →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Los Angeles
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
David Simantob is one of 45,619 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
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 Simantob
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 Simantob's practice in the field of ip, insurance, adr, appellate, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Simantob brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip, insurance, and adr, David Simantob 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 Simantob 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 Simantob Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Simantob 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Simantob directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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