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Dave Anderson

Dave Anderson

USA 2026

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Dave is a former United States Attorney and former Supreme Court clerk. He represents leading technology and life sciences companies, large banks, telecommunications carriers, and high-profile individual clients. Clients turn to Dave with their most difficult trials and investigations.

Throughout his career, Dave has devoted himself to a far-reaching trial practice. His experience includes white-collar investigations, board representations, patent, trade secret, and trademark litigation, and high-stakes commercial litigation. For eight years he was a prosecutor, and for more than 20 years he has served his clients in private practice.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - California

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Dave Anderson is a former US Attorney who brings a wealth of expertise and experience to bear in white-collar criminal defense to clients in industries including financial services, healthcare and technology.

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  • Dave is one of the finest lawyers in the country.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Dave has all the gears. He is an excellent litigator and negotiator, a great navigator through a crisis and provides a steady hand. He has a calming, almost magical presence on cases. He is the greatest practitioner.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Dave is the smartest and friendliest white-collar partner I've ever met. He is able to make complex issues simple, see the common-sense path through the noise and provide advice that navigates clients through some of their toughest days, while somehow keeping the atmosphere light and friendly.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA

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