David S.B. Elstner is a Managing Associate for Dentons’ Commercial Litigation practice in the Firm’s Los Angeles office. David specializes in complex litigation with an emphasis in insurance related matters involving various lines of coverage including commercial and professional liability. His practice includes defending bad faith claims, prosecuting declaratory relief actions, and pursuing claims for rescission. David’s extensive experience representing insurance carriers in complex insurance coverage disputes enables him to effectively evaluate issues, develop strategy, and protect client interest.

Prior to joining Dentons, David worked at prominent national and West Coast firms where he prosecuted and defended coverage lawsuits, negotiated settlements, evaluated complex coverage matters, maintained strong client relationships, and managed an annual summer associate program.

Earlier in his career, David was a judicial extern for the Honorable Otis D. Wright II at the United States District Court for the Central District of California where he drafted bench memoranda related to various matters, ranging from discovery disputes to motions for summary judgment. David also served as a law clerk in the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office in the Business and Complex Litigation Division.