33+ Years
Legal Experience
About David Kaye
David Kaye is a distinguished attorney with a robust background in both Family Law and Criminal Law. He began his academic journey at the University of California, San Diego, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. In 1993, he graduated with a law degree from Western State University and was admitted to the California State Bar in 1994. Shortly thereafter, he gained admission to the United States District Court, Southern District.
Mr. Kaye's early career included roles as a Law Clerk for a Superior Court Judge in Orange County and for the Office of the United States Attorney in San Diego. He further honed his prosecutorial skills as a Deputy District Attorney in Tulare County, situated in Central California.
Transitioning to private practice, Mr. Kaye focused on Family and Criminal Law, emphasizing trial work. For thirteen years, he was Of Counsel with the Law Offices of Myles L. Berman, where he represented clients in trial. Additionally, he served as trial counsel for the Law Offices of Eugene Ellis for nearly a decade.
Active in the legal community, Mr. Kaye dedicated four years as Co-Chairman of the Criminal Section of the San Diego North County Bar Association. He is frequently retained by other law firms to represent their clients at trial. Over his career, Mr. Kaye has represented more than 4,000 criminal cases and personally conducted over 250 jury trials across every county in Southern California.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
California Car Accident Laws
Understanding California's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$15K/$30K/$5K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did David Kaye complete his law degree?
David Kaye obtained his law degree from Western State University in December 1993.
What areas of law does David Kaye specialize in?
David Kaye specializes in Family Law and Criminal Law.
How many jury trials has David Kaye conducted?
David Kaye has personally tried over 250 jury trials.
What is David Kaye's role in the legal community?
David Kaye served as Co-Chairman of the Criminal Section of the San Diego North County Bar Association for four years.
In which courts is David Kaye admitted to practice?
David Kaye is admitted to the California State Bar and the United States District Court, Southern District.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact David Kaye for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact David for a free case review
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