Atty. David Wayne Cartwright

Atty. David Wayne Cartwright

Mr. David Wayne Cartwright is a lawyer practicing real estate, environmental law and natural resources, real property law and 4 other areas of law.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 45 Years Experience 45 year
Call (213) 802-0054

Profile Summary

About David Wayne Cartwright at a glance

David Wayne Cartwright is an Of Counsel based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at O'Melveny & Myers LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on real estate, m&a, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1981). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1981) and College of William and Mary (A.B. History, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. David Wayne Cartwright is a lawyer practicing real estate, environmental law and natural resources, real property law and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from College of William and Mary in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • David practices at O'Melveny & Myers LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Wayne Cartwright's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

David Wayne Cartwright is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Land Use & Zoning

David Wayne Cartwright is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

David Wayne Cartwright is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Wayne Cartwright

Where is David Wayne Cartwright's law office located?
David Wayne Cartwright's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is O'Melveny & Myers LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Wayne Cartwright handle?
David Wayne Cartwright focuses on real estate, m&a, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Wayne Cartwright practiced law?
David Wayne Cartwright has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did David Wayne Cartwright go to law school?
David Wayne Cartwright earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B. History, 1978).
How can I contact David Wayne Cartwright for a consultation?
You can contact David Wayne Cartwright 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 Wayne Cartwright received?
David Wayne Cartwright's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1981
A.B. History
College of William and Mary
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1981

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