Educational and Professional Background

David S. Kottler has been practicing law since 1993, following his graduation cum laude from the University of San Diego School of Law.  David graduated in the top 6% of his class, having achieved several honors and distinctions, including the American Jurisprudence Award and a merit/achievement scholarship.  Prior to pursuing his career in litigation, David clerked for Chief Justice Michael D. Zimmerman at the Utah Supreme Court.  He was then hired as a Deputy County Attorney at the Weber County Prosecutor's Office, where he prosecuted felonies and misdemeanors in Utah's 2nd District Juvenile and District Courts.  As a prosecutor, David conducted well over 100 trials.  In 1998, David expanded his litigation experience and went to work at the Salt Lake Legal Defender Association as a trial attorney.  Following a 2-year stint at the Legal Defenders Association, David opened his own law office, focusing his practice on criminal defense and real estate matters.  David also obtained his real estate broker license and founded a full service real estate brokerage. 
Over time, David's practice evolved into its present form - a solo practice focusing exclusively on personal injury and ski accident cases.

Memberships and Associations

Utah State Bar Association: member since 1993

California Bar Association: member since 1998

In the News

Foxtail v. Goodrich

State v. Trane

State v. Howard

Salt Lake City v. Davidson

Hobbies and Interests
Outside the office, David spends time with his family (wife of 15 years, two kids, and two dogs).  He enjoys practicing and instructing karate (2nd degree black belt in Kwon Shu), playing squash, competing in triathlons, and of course, skiing.