David Howard Pollock, General Attorney in Sacramento, California
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on General and Personal Injury
AttorneyatJacobsen & McElroy PC
Sacramento, CA
Practicing general in Sacramento since 1990.
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- Years practicing
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David Howard Pollock is an attorney based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. David has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jacobsen & McElroy PC.
- Based in
- Sacramento, CA
- Experience
- over 36 years
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- General · Personal Injury
- Handles General and Personal Injury matters from Sacramento, CA.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David Howard Pollock: David Howard Pollock is an attorney based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. David has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jacobsen & McElroy PC.
Areas of practice
David's practice areas in Sacramento
David concentrates on general and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Sacramento, California
David takes general 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.
Personal Injury cases in Sacramento, California
David takes personal injury 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
David Howard Pollock, general attorney serving Sacramento
David Howard Pollock is an attorney based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. David has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jacobsen & McElroy PC. David works from Sacramento, California and takes on general matters across the region.
David Howard Pollock is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, personal injury, construction & development. David received a B.M. degree from Berklee College of Music in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years. David practices at Jacobsen & McElroy PC in Sacramento, CA.
How David handles general matters
David Howard Pollock is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, personal injury, construction & development. David received a B.M. degree from Berklee College of Music in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years. David practices at Jacobsen & McElroy PC in Sacramento, CA.
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and personal injury matters in Sacramento and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where David studied and practices
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
J.D. · 1989
Berklee College of Music
B.M. · 1982
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1998 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
California
1990 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific and B.M. in Berklee College of Music.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific and B.M. in Berklee College of Music. 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 Howard Pollock's office in Sacramento
David's primary office is at 2401 American River Drive, Suite 100, Sacramento, CA, 95825. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Jacobsen & McElroy PC
2401 American River Drive, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95825
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How to hire David Howard Pollock — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general 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 general attorney in Sacramento, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Howard Pollock
How much does it cost to hire David for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in California typically take?
Simple general 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 general 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
General attorneys serving Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
David handles general matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general 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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