David T. Bartels

David Bartels is the attorney you want in your corner when the stakes are at their highest, especially if you’re dealing with complex securities or government enforcement issues. He has spent years in the trenches of high-stakes litigation, with a background that includes working at elite international firms and serving as a senior attorney with the FDIC. During his time at the FDIC, he investigated financial crimes and pursued claims against those responsible for major bank failures, giving him an insider’s perspective on how regulatory bodies like the SEC, DOJ, and FINRA operate. Today, David uses that deep experience to defend corporate directors, financial institutions, and businesses in everything from shareholder class actions to intellectual property disputes. His academic record is just as sharp, he graduated with top honors from McGeorge Law School, where he was ranked number one after his first year. David also brings a unique level of discipline to his practice that stems from his service in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. Whether he’s conducting a sensitive internal investigation or navigating campaign finance laws, David provides the kind of sophisticated, battle-tested advice that protects a company’s future.