David M. Grimes
About David M. Grimes
David M. Grimes is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. David M. Grimes is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Levin Simes
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 2018
Location: San Francisco, CA
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