David Achord is a respected California attorney, entrepreneur, and philanthropist whose professional and personal pursuits are guided by a commitment to service, leadership, and community impact. Throughout more than 20 years of legal practice, he has built a reputation for strong advocacy, client dedication, and achieving meaningful results, including recovering more than $100 million for those he has represented.
David earned his law degree from the University of California, Davis School of Law and successfully passed the California Bar Examination on his first attempt. His legal education provided the foundation for a career focused on helping individuals navigate challenging situations while pursuing justice and fair outcomes.
In addition to his legal accomplishments, David is passionate about charitable work. He is the founder of Shoes for Kids, a nonprofit initiative created to provide footwear to children in underserved communities. Through his personal efforts and donations, hundreds of pairs of shoes have already been delivered to children in Africa. He is also developing Water for Life, a humanitarian initiative focused on providing durable water filtration systems capable of supplying clean drinking water to entire villages for years at a time.
Outside of the courtroom, David pursues a wide range of interests. He has spent years researching emerging technologies and cryptocurrency markets, enjoys live music, drumming, singing, and learning guitar, and is an avid automotive enthusiast with a deep appreciation for performance vehicles. He also enjoys fishing throughout Southern California, exploring new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with his boxer dogs.
Whether advocating for clients, supporting charitable causes, or pursuing personal interests, David believes in lifelong learning, hard work, and creating opportunities to improve the lives of others.