David Scott Cannon
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP • San Francisco, CA
Government ContractsClass ActionsContract DisputesInsuranceIntellectual Property Litigation
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Contact
Email
dcannon@squareup.com
Phone
(415) 942-1619
Address
Four Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA, 94111, US
Professional
About
David Scott Cannon is a seasoned litigation attorney based in San Francisco, CA, specializing in high-stakes legal challenges across various sectors, including class actions, contract disputes, and insurance matters. As a member of the prestigious Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP, David brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his clients, navigating the complexities of banking and commercial litigation. In the realm of banking-related litigation, David has successfully handled securities fraud claims and mortgage disputes arising from the financial crisis. His proficiency includes managing large-scale class actions in both federal and California state courts, ensuring that his clients' interests are effectively represented. His commercial litigation practice spans a diverse range of industries, where he has collaborated with technology companies, manufacturers, investors, insurers, and project sponsors. David has a proven track record of successfully defending clients against claims related to torts, unfair competition, false advertising, product defects, construction defects, insurance coverage, and environmental contamination. David’s extensive experience in intellectual property law encompasses trade secret and trademark issues, as well as licensing and contract disputes. He possesses a sharp insight into the unique business challenges faced by technology companies when their intellectual property is at risk. His intellectual property litigation experience includes numerous cases involving multi-million dollar claims, showcasing his capability to protect the core assets that drive innovation and growth for his clients. With a strategic approach to complex legal issues, David Scott Cannon is committed to achieving favorable outcomes for his clients while navigating the intricacies of class actions, contract disputes, and insurance litigation.
Credentials
Education
2000 University of California, Hastings JD - Juris Doctor 1993 University of Virginia MA - Masters 1989 University of California - Berkeley BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Associations
San Francisco Heritage Foundation Board Member The SMART Program Board Member
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