David Campbell Smith

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Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Natal, South Africa, B.A., 1980
Law School Attended:
University of Natal, South Africa, LL.B., 1983
Year of First Admission:
1987
Admission:
1987, California; 2012, Maryland; South Africa; United States Supreme Court; United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Court; United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit; United States District Court, Central District of California; United States District Court, Southern District of California; United States District Court, Eastern District of California; United States District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
ISLN:
901388467

Areas of Practice (6)

  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Housing Rights Litigation
  • Corporation and Partnership Litigation
  • Financial Institution Litigation
  • Business Litigation
  • Landlord and Tenant Law

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (40 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge
  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0
  • Communication

    5.0/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0
  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/19/21 in Litigation

    I very much enjoy working with David and refer to him with respect to Covid landlord tenant issues. He is extremely knowledgeable, generous with his time and great with clients. He manages expectations well, highlights risk in a clear and concise w... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/19/21 in Litigation

    David is an outstanding attorney, and a great pleasure to work with.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/19/21 in Litigation

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 07/19/21 in Landlord and Tenant Law

    David has outstanding knowledge of his legal field and goes the extra mile to stay informed of changes as they occur. David is always accessible and has a wonderful demeanor.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/18/21 in Commercial Litigation

    I have known David for over 20 years and have litigated with him and against him. He has always demonstrated superior legal knowledge and analytical capabilities, great ethics and judgment, and an ability to art fully resolve disputes.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/16/21 in Litigation

    David Smith is an outstanding lawyer and a credit to the practice of law.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/16/21 in Real Estate

  • 4.4/5.0 Rated by a Senior Partner on 07/16/21 in Litigation

    Smart guy. Diverse background

  • 4.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/19/21 in Litigation

  • 3.8/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 07/16/21 in Business Litigation

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (11 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

David's clarity, attention to detail and considerate guidance through a very stressful process has been invaluable to me. Like a Fiduciary, he keeps my best interests in mind at all times. He is hone...

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David Campbell Smith: Member at Campbell Smith Law
  • Los Angeles, CA
    1901 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 200
    Los Angeles, CA 90067