I am attorney J. David Markham. I was born and raised in Lake County and have practiced law in Lake and Mendocino counties since joining the California bar. I began my career as a Deputy District Attorney in Lake County. Since then, I have built my local practice here. I know the local customs and court procedures, and I understand the people here. Contact me for a free consultation with a lawyer who is rooted in the community.

If you have been charged with a major crime, you need a top-notch criminal defense. If you have been seriously injured or a loved one has been killed in an auto accident, you may need to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit to get the compensation you deserve.

In either case, you will be making the right move if you hire a local attorney who has experience dealing with prosecutors and insurance companies, one who gives each case the personal attention necessary to understand the subtleties and take strategic action at every step.

Personal Attention from a Local Trial Lawyer

My primary legal practice areas — criminal defense, personal injury and wrongful death — are a major focus of legal advertising by many law firms in Lake and Mendocino counties.

You should know, however, that many of the law firms that advertise locally are actually not from this region and not necessarily familiar with the courts and customs of our area. Many of these firms work on volume, taking as many cases as they can, which weakens their ability to give personal attention to each case.

I am local. From my offices in Lakeport and Ukiah, I work hard to gain intimate knowledge of the courts and procedures in the areas where I practice.

My criminal defense, personal injury and wrongful death clients are dealing with major traumatic incidents. If you are going through one of these events, you need help from an attentive, dedicated advocate. Contact me to schedule a free consultation about your case.