About David
David Gonzalez is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1997. His license is currently in active status. Mr. Gonzalez is the owner of The Gonzalez Law Firm, a law firm located in Santa Ana, California. He has been practicing law for over 28 years, serving clients throughout Orange County and the greater Southern California area.
Mr. Gonzalez earned his Juris Doctor degree from Simon Greenleaf School of Law, where he graduated in 1996. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at Whittier College, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree. During his time at Simon Greenleaf School of Law, he interned with Judicial Officer Daniel Lopez of the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, gaining valuable experience in the legal field.
Mr. Gonzalez concentrates his practice in the areas of family law, criminal defense, personal injury, and civil litigation. He represents individuals and families in matters involving divorce, child custody disputes, child support issues, and other family law concerns. His practice also encompasses criminal defense, handling cases ranging from misdemeanors to felonies, as well as personal injury cases involving auto, truck, and motorcycle accidents. Additionally, he provides legal services in civil matters, including workplace accidents and immigration law. His practice involves all stages of litigation, including initial case evaluation, discovery, mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial proceedings in both state and federal courts.
Throughout his career, Mr. Gonzalez has handled cases in various courts, including the Superior Court of California for the County of Orange, the United States District Court for the Central District of California, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. He has also appeared before the California Court of Appeal on multiple occasions. Prior to founding his own firm, he worked as an associate at a mid-size litigation firm in Fullerton for several years, gaining extensive experience in various areas of law.
Mr. Gonzalez is an active member of the California State Bar Association, the Orange County Bar Association, and the Los Angeles County Bar Association. He has served as an adjunct law professor at Trinity Law School from 2003 to 2004, contributing to the education and development of future legal professionals. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to effectively serve the diverse communities of Southern California. His commitment to his clients is evident in his proactive approach to legal representation, ensuring that each client receives personal attention from start to finish.
