David Wood

David Wood is a veteran trial and appellate attorney with over 20 years of experience advocating for clients in state and federal courts, administrative hearings, and regulatory proceedings. With a sharp eye for legal wrongdoing and a meticulous approach to litigation, David routinely represents individuals and businesses in matters ranging from HOA disputes and employment claims to online misconduct and contract enforcement.

He has tried more than a dozen jury trials and argued over one hundred appeals, in addition to cases before arbitrators and administrative law judges.

Before joining Dessaules Law Group, David served as a prosecuting attorney for the State of Arizona and later as bar counsel for the State Bar of Arizona. These roles sharpened his skills in professional accountability and deepened his commitment to ethical, client-first representation.

Certifications

Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist

Certified Fraud Examiner

J.D., Arizona State University, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law (2001), cum laude

M.P.A., Arizona State University (1998)

B.A., Trinity University (1996)

Judicial Clerkships

Law Clerk to Justice Rebecca Berch, Arizona Supreme Court

Law Clerk to Judge E.G. Noyes, Jr., Arizona Court of Appeals

Bar Admissions, Arizona & U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit