He is listed in Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, named one of the “leading lawyers nationwide,” and was awarded a Band 1 (highest) rating for insurance in each of its 2004 through 2008 guides. In 2004, David was named California Lawyer of the Year (CLAY) for Litigation in connection with the work done on behalf of Western MacArthur, which led to settlements valued at approximately $2.2 billion. 

David has represented policyholder clients seeking coverage for first-party property claims, securities fraud claims, fiduciary liability claims, mortgage claims, asbestos and other toxic tort related claims, environmental/hazardous waste clean-up claims, product liability claims, professional malpractice claims, construction defect claims, earthquake damage claims, claims by former employees, and patent infringement claims. He has also represented media and entertainment companies in a variety of recovery claims and litigation arising out of contract disputes.

His complex business litigation experience includes a class action against a major technology company under Business and Professions Code section 17200; a worldwide franchise dispute with a major soft drink company; and several cases involving complex breach of fiduciary duty claims involving trade secret, copyright, and unfair competition issues.

In addition, David is part of the firm’s global Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practice.