Atty. David Stephen Webster
An accomplished trial attorney, David Webster specializes in complex civil litigation with a focus on construction defect, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death actions. He has represented a wide range of individuals, including developers, design professionals, and contractors.
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About David Stephen Webster at a glance
David Stephen Webster is a Partner based in Concord, California, practforg at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. They haand 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in California (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1991). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 1991) and California State University, Chico (B.S. Political, 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Concord, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- An accomplished trial attorney, David Webster specializes in complex civil litigation with a focus on construction defect, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death actions
- He has represented a wide range of individuals, including developers, design professionals, and contractors
- Davidโs cases have included multi-million dollar claims involving multiple parties
- In a rare construction defect trial, David obtained a defense verdict for our client against all claims, including fraud
- He has also successfully represented product manufacturers, motor carriers, and their drivers, in accidents involving serious injury and death
- His practice extends to catastrophic injury matters, defending contractors, public entities, common carriers, commercial businesses, and individuals
- Many of his injury suits have involved claims of environmental and toxic exposure
- David routinely provides insurance coverage analysis and advice, and represents insurance clients in related suits
- David holds an unparalleled record of successful verdicts in closely watched, high-exposure matters
- He also holds a tremendous record of success in binding arbitrations, and before the appellate court
- Newsroom News โขNew Defined Equity Partners Celebrated at WSHB as 2023 Begins Firm News, 1.9.23 โขSunsetting of Emergency Rule to Extend Time to Bring a Civil Action To Trials Spurs Confusion Coronavirus Resources, 4.11.22 Publications โขAppellate Ruling Reins in Bad Faith Set-Up Traps
- Factfinder to Decide Enforceability of Policy Limits Settlement Case Updates, 9.8.25 โขSafetyism is a Danger to the Legal System: Thoughts From A Trial Lawyer Article, 5.26.23 โขDefense Expert Improperly Excluded
- Appellate Court Clarifies Burden of Proof Article, 6.21.22 In the News โขAppellate Ruling Reins in Bad Faith Set-Up Traps
- Factfinder to Decide Enforceability of Policy Limits Settlement โขJury Denies Nuclear Claim in Dog Bite Lawsuit โขWSHB Secures Landmark Victory in Published Appellate Decision โขSafetyism is a Danger to the Legal System: Thoughts From A Trial Lawyer Honors & Recognitions โขAV Preeminent Lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in California
Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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