Atty. David Thomas Bartels
David Thomas Bartels is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, complex business litigation, professional liability litigation and 16 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from California State University, Long Beach in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Complex Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Irvine, CA · 26+ Years Experience
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About David Thomas Bartels at a Glance
David Thomas Bartels is a Senior Partner based in Irvine, California, practicing at Lawrence Bartels LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on business, ip, white collar, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (2000), California (2000), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (2003), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (2005). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 2000) and California State University, Long Beach (B.A., 1994). Active member of Orange County Bar Association State Bar of California Association of Business Trial Lawyers. Provides legal services in French. Serves clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Thomas Bartels
- David Thomas Bartels is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, complex business litigation, professional liability litigation and 16 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from California State University, Long Beach in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years
- David practices at Lawrence Bartels LLP in Irvine, CA
Practice Areas Explained
David Thomas Bartels's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Thomas Bartels handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Irvine.
Business & Corporate Law in Irvine
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Irvine
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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White Collar Crimes in Irvine
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Securities Law in Irvine
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Civil Litigation in Irvine
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Irvine
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 Irvine 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.
Irvine Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Irvine-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 Irvine Choose David Thomas Bartels
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 Thomas Bartels's practice in the field of business, ip, white collar, securities, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Thomas Bartels brings 26+ 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 U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, California, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, David Thomas Bartels can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and white collar, David Thomas Bartels can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Irvine
A Irvine-based practice means David Thomas Bartels 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 Thomas Bartels Handles in Irvine
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