David Gonzalez, ADR Attorney in Sacramento, California
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Environmental, and Government
AssociateatDLA Piper LLP
Sacramento, CA
Practicing adr in Sacramento since 2001.
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David Gonzalez is an associate based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Environmental, and Government. David has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP.
- Based in
- Sacramento, CA
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- ADR · Environmental · Government
- Handles ADR, Environmental, and Government matters from Sacramento, CA.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David Gonzalez: David Gonzalez is an associate based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Environmental, and Government. David has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Gonzalez
David concentrates on adr, environmental, government, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Environmental
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Government
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Health Care
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Litigation
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ADR cases in Sacramento, California
David takes adr matters in Sacramento, 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.
Environmental cases in Sacramento, California
David takes environmental matters in Sacramento, 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.
Government cases in Sacramento, California
David takes government matters in Sacramento, 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.
Health Care cases in Sacramento, California
David takes health care matters in Sacramento, 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.
Litigation cases in Sacramento, California
David takes litigation matters in Sacramento, 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 Gonzalez — Over 25 years of California adr experience
David Gonzalez is an associate based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Environmental, and Government. David has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP.
David Gonzalez is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, litigation and arbitration, regulatory and government affairs and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1994, and has been licensed for 25 years. David practices at DLA Piper LLP in Sacramento, CA.
David's approach to adr cases
David Gonzalez is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, litigation and arbitration, regulatory and government affairs and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1994, and has been licensed for 25 years. David practices at DLA Piper LLP in Sacramento, CA.
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, environmental, and government matters in Sacramento and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
David Gonzalez's legal education and bar admissions
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
J.D. · 2000
Indiana University
B.A. Economics · 1994
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
California
2001 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law and B.A. Economics in Indiana University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law and B.A. Economics in Indiana 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.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association Sacramento County Bar Association
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Locations
David Gonzalez's office in Sacramento
David's primary office is at 400 Capitol Mall, Ste. 2400, Sacramento, CA, 95814. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire David Gonzalez — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr 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 adr attorney in Sacramento, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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 adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Gonzalez
How much does it cost to hire David for a adr 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 adr attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr 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 Sacramento?
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 adr 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
ADR attorneys serving Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
David handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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