
David Yamaguchi
Attorney at Law
California
CA
"Took the time to explain all the steps and laid out my options clearly. Very experienced!"
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"Was extremely fast and easy working with David for help with our client contracts. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for an easy experience."
"I highly recommend Dave. He was responsive, efficient, and professional throughout the entire process. He communicated clearly, answered my questions promptly, and made everything as smooth as possible. It was a pleasure working with him."
"David is very professional, detail oriented, and handles all questions with great care"
"From our very first conversation, David Yamaguchi brought clarity, patience, and genuine expertise to a process that felt unfamiliar and overwhelming at the start. As an entrepreneur navigating my first international NDA, I needed someone who could not only review the legal language but also explain it in plain terms so that I could make informed decisions every step of the way. Dave did exactly that — and more. He identified key issues, proposed thoughtful modifications that protected my interests, and guided me through every revision with professionalism and grace. He was responsive, fair in his pricing, and never made me feel like just another client. He treated my work and my concerns with genuine respect. I would not hesitate to recommend David Yamaguchi to any entrepreneur or small business owner who needs skilled, trustworthy legal counsel. He is the kind of attorney you want in your corner — knowledgeable, patient, and deeply committed to doing right by his clients."
"David is very responsive and super helpful in our communications."
"David was easy to work with, very prompt and professional, and provided us the support we were looking for. Thank you David!"
Work History
Seagen, Inc.
Outside Counsel
May 2022 - Present
Support Technology Procurement Group
Beyond Limits Inc.
Outside General Counsel
Jan 2014 - Present
Provide General Counsel and transactional services
Workday Inc.
Outside Counsel
Nov 2021 - Jul 2022
Support Software Partnership group
Roku Inc.
Outside Counsel
Dec 2019 - Feb 2022
SaaS, Sales and Procurement support
Intel Corporation
Outside Counsel
Jan 2013 - Nov 2019
Sales and Procurement Work
PacketVideo Corporation
Vice President and General Counsel
Nov 2006 - Dec 2012
Nokia Corporation
Group Counsel
Dec 2001 - Nov 2006
Citizens Communications
General Counsel
Dec 1999 - Nov 2001