David Hirsch, Government Attorney in San Luis Obispo, California
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Government and Zoning · 4.5/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PartneratCarmel & Naccasha LLP
San Luis Obispo, CA
Practicing government in San Luis Obispo since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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David Hirsch is a partner based in San Luis Obispo, CA. The practice focuses on Government and Zoning. David has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carmel & Naccasha LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- San Luis Obispo, CA
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Government · Zoning
- Handles Government and Zoning matters from San Luis Obispo, CA.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About David Hirsch: David Hirsch is a partner based in San Luis Obispo, CA. The practice focuses on Government and Zoning. David has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carmel & Naccasha LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on government and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Government cases in San Luis Obispo, California
David takes government matters in San Luis Obispo, 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.
Zoning cases in San Luis Obispo, California
David takes zoning matters in San Luis Obispo, 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
Meet David Hirsch — government lawyer in San Luis Obispo
David Hirsch is a partner based in San Luis Obispo, CA. The practice focuses on Government and Zoning. David has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carmel & Naccasha LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
David Hirsch has spent over four decades practicing municipal law covering a wide range of matters relating to public agencies, serving in the position of city attorney for 27 years during that period of time.
David served as the City Attorney for the City of Simi Valley from 1998 until 2008. Before that he was the City Attorney for the City of Lompoc for 17 years. He has also served as a Deputy and then Assistant City Attorney for the City of Simi Valley and worked in the City Attorney’s Office in the City of Gardena.
As a partner with Carmel & Naccasha LLP, David focuses his practice on municipal law, land use law and related matters.
David also has spent much of his time contributing to the professional development of his field of practice by participating in organizations dedicated to public law. David has been active in the City Attorney’s Department of the League of California Cities. He chaired the group’s Mobile Home Rent Control Committee (1989-1994), served on the Municipal Law Handbook Editorial Board (1993-1995), and was 2nd Vice President, 1st Vice President and President of the City Attorney’s Department (1995 to 1998). From 1996 until 2012, he chaired the Department’s Municipal Law Institute Committee, which annually organized and co-sponsored symposiums on municipal law issues at law schools, including U.C. Hastings, UCLA, and Stanford. He has taught municipal law at the Ventura College of Law and the Santa Barbara College of Law. He was a member of the State Bar’s Public Law Section Executive Committee from 2009-2014 and served as its Chair during the 2013-14 term. He was also a member of the State Bar’s Council of State Bar Sections.
Active in the communities he has lived in, he was on the Board of Directors of the Lompoc Valley United Way from 1984 to 1998, and on the Board of Managers of the Simi Valley YMCA from 1998 to 2008. He has volunteered with a number of organizations in the City of Arroyo Grande, including the Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival (Co-Chair, Ag Pavilion 2011-2017), Tree Guild of Arroyo Grande (volunteer), Arroyo Grande Public Art (current Member, Board of Directors) and Arroyo Grande in Bloom (current Steering Committee Member).
PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT
• California State Bar Public Law Section Executive Committee – Former Chair
• San Luis Obispo County Bar Association
• The State Bar of California
• Supreme Court of the United States Bar
Working with David on a government matter
David Hirsch has spent over four decades practicing municipal law covering a wide range of matters relating to public agencies, serving in the position of city attorney for 27 years during that period of time. David served as the City Attorney for the City of Simi Valley from 1998 until 2008. Before that he was the City Attorney for the City of Lompoc for 17 years. He has also served as a Deputy…
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for government and zoning matters in San Luis Obispo and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Syracuse University College of Law
J.D. · 1977
California State University, Dominguez Hills
B.A. University · 1973
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
California
1977 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Syracuse University College of Law and B.A. University in California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Syracuse University College of Law and B.A. University in California State University, Dominguez Hills. 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.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
David Hirsch's office in San Luis Obispo
David's primary office is at 694 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of David Hirsch — 4.5/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing government attorneys in San Luis Obispo.
4.5
2 client reviews
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How to hire David Hirsch — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new government 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 government attorney in San Luis Obispo, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many government 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 government practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every government 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 government practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Hirsch
How much does it cost to hire David for a government 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 government attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do government cases in California typically take?
Simple government 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 Luis Obispo?
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 government 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
Government attorneys serving San Luis Obispo, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
David handles government matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified government attorneys in that community.
- San Luis Obispo597 attorneys
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- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 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
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