About Brian Leigh
Brian Leigh DeWitt is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1990. His license is currently in active status. Mr. DeWitt is a partner at Coombs & Dunlap LLP, a law firm located at 1211 Division Street, Napa, California. He has been practicing law for over 35 years, serving clients throughout Napa County and the surrounding regions.
Mr. DeWitt earned his Juris Doctor degree from Stanford Law School in 1989. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at the University of California at Santa Cruz, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1982. In 1985, he earned a Master of Philosophy in Politics from Oxford University. During his time at Stanford, he was involved in various legal clinics and externships, gaining practical experience in real estate and business law.
Mr. DeWitt concentrates his practice in the areas of real estate law, land use, and business law. He represents individuals and businesses in matters involving property transactions, zoning and land use regulations, and corporate governance. His practice encompasses all stages of legal proceedings, including negotiations, litigation, and appeals, with a particular focus on real property disputes and transactional matters.
Throughout his career, Mr. DeWitt has handled cases in the Superior Court of California for the County of Napa and has appeared before various administrative agencies concerning land use and zoning issues. He has also represented clients in appellate matters related to real estate and business law. Prior to joining Coombs & Dunlap LLP, he worked as an associate attorney at a boutique real estate law firm in San Francisco for five years.
Mr. DeWitt is an active member of the California Lawyers Association and its Real Property Law Section. He has participated in continuing legal education programs and has served as a speaker at seminars on real estate and land use topics. He is fluent in English and conversational in Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse clientele effectively.
