David is a San Diego native who began his college career at San Diego State University where he studied Spanish. In 1984 he was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree. Before attending law school, David worked for 11 years as a Paralegal and Hearing Representative in the workers' compensation field. David received his Juris Doctorate degree in 2001 from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California. David is married to Deanna and they have two children. An avid reader, David also enjoys music and coaching Little League baseball.