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David Fleming Kowalski, IP Attorney in San Diego, California

Over 17 years of legal practice

AssociateatLatham & Watkins LLP

San Diego, CA

Practicing ip in San Diego since 2009.

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David Fleming Kowalski is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on IP. David has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP.

Based in
San Diego, CA
Experience
over 17 years
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IP
  • Handles IP matters from San Diego, CA.
  • Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About David Fleming Kowalski: David Fleming Kowalski is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on IP. David has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by David Fleming Kowalski

David concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

IP cases in San Diego, California

David takes ip matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

About David Fleming Kowalski — Over 17 years of California ip experience

David Fleming Kowalski is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on IP. David has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP.

David Fleming Kowalski is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years. David practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in San Diego, CA.

Working with David on a ip matter

David Fleming Kowalski is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years. David practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in San Diego, CA.

Who David represents

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

David Fleming Kowalski's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Michigan Law School

    J.D. · 2009

  • Yale University

    B.A. · 2005

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • California

    2009 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in University of Michigan Law School and B.A. in Yale University.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in University of Michigan Law School and B.A. in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

David Fleming Kowalski's office in San Diego

David's primary office is at 12670 High Bluff Dr., San Diego, CA, 92130. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Latham & Watkins LLP

12670 High Bluff Dr.

San Diego, CA 92130

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Hiring guide

How to hire David Fleming Kowalski — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a ip attorney in San Diego, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David Fleming Kowalski

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a ip case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do ip cases in California typically take?

    Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside San Diego?

    David is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new ip clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

IP attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

David handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.

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