An experienced appellate and trial attorney, Mr. Lawton brings his 31 years of legal experience in appellate, civil trial work, and complex commercial and IP litigation to the firm.
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – Klinedinst is pleased to announce that Dan Lawton has joined the San Diego office as a Senior Counsel. An accomplished appellate attorney, corporate counselor, teacher, and author, Mr. Lawton has deep experience in civil trial work and complex commercial and intellectual property litigation on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants. Mr. Lawton Certified Specialist in Appellate Law by the State Bar’s California Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by only 36 lawyers in San Diego County.
Over his career, Mr. Lawton has handled numerous cases involving patent infringement, copyright infringement, trade secret theft, unfair competition, defamation, and business torts (such as trade libel and intentional interference with contractual relations). Mr. Lawton has handled civil appeals and writs in both the California and federal courts and has successfully litigated cases against some of the largest law firms and government agencies in the State of California.
Mr. Lawton has tried multiple jury trials, bench trials, and arbitrations, and litigated many cases to disposition short of trial. He has obtained settlements and judgments in his clients’ favor totaling tens of millions of dollars and obtained what is believed to be the third-largest jury verdict in the legal history of Imperial County (after a nine-week jury trial).
Mr. Lawton has a deep background in civil appeals and is a Certified Specialist in Appellate Law by the State Bar’s California Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by only 36 lawyers in San Diego County.
Over his career, Mr. Lawton’s caseload has included cases involving patent infringement, copyright infringement, trade secret theft, unfair competition, defamation, and business torts (such as trade libel and intentional interference with contractual relations). Mr. Lawton has handled civil appeals and writs in both the California and federal courts and has successfully litigated cases against some of the largest law firms and government agencies in the State of California.
Mr. Lawton has tried multiple jury trials, bench trials, and arbitrations, and litigated many cases to disposition short of trial. He has obtained settlements and judgments in his clients’ favor totaling tens of millions of dollars and obtained what is believed to be the third-largest jury verdict in the legal history of Imperial County (after a nine-week jury trial).
“We are excited to have Dan join the firm,” said Heather Rosing,
Klinedinst Chief Financial Officer and Shareholder. “Our goal is to deliver outstanding legal services, and Dan’s experience in complex business cases and appeals will strengthen us in this regard. We are very pleased that our Appellate Practice Group is continuing to grow and know that Dan will be an outstanding addition.”
Klinedinst PC is pleased to welcome Mr. Lawton to the firm. To learn more about his background and achievements, please visit:
https://klinedinstlaw.com/profiles/attorney/dan-lawton
About Klinedinst
Klinedinst is the go-to firm for clients looking for litigation, trial experience, transactional representation, and legal counsel. The firm’s offices in Irvine, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and Seattle service the entire West Coast. What sets Klinedinst apart is the relationship our attorneys foster with each and every client. Klinedinst lawyers are indispensable strategic partners to business leaders, helping to achieve business objectives and create proactive solutions to resolve the many legal challenges that businesses are confronted with every day. Whether vigorously advocating for business clients in court, or guiding business transactions and negotiations, Klinedinst is the trusted legal advisor to have by your side.