“I believe successful advocacy begins with a clear understanding of what matters most to my clients. Only then can I move toward a successful resolution with diligent preparation, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to advancing my clients' interests. I am an advocate clients can trust to stay focused on their goals throughout every stage of litigation.”
Darrin began his legal career in criminal defense, gaining courtroom experience with the Office of the Federal Defender for the Eastern District of California and the Sacramento County Public Defender's Office. While attending McGeorge School of Law, he competed on the school's nationally ranked mock trial team, earning the 2022 Northern California All-Star Regional Championship and advancing to the South Texas Challenge finals. These experiences sharpened his advocacy, case analysis, and trial skills, which he now applies to representing clients through every stage of litigation at Livingston Law Firm.
Experience
Livingston Law Firm Associate Attorney
August 2025-Present Walnut Creek, CA
General civil trial practice with an emphasis on personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, premises liability, habitability, and contractual claims. Represented national insurance carriers and private entities in insurance defense matters. Prepared dispositive motions, discovery motions, motions in limine, and protective orders, and assisted with all phases of litigation from case inception through resolution.
Certified Student Attorney Office of the Federal Defender
2022-2023 Sacramento, CA
Represented clients in federal misdemeanor cases through all stages of litigation, from initial appearance through sentencing, appeal, and trial when necessary. Conducted legal research and drafted pleadings in support of federal felony defense matters, while advocating for alternative sentencing and other favorable outcomes on behalf of clients in federal court.
Felony Intern Public Defender's Office
2021-2022 Sacramento, CA
Assisted attorneys in the felony and homicide units by interviewing clients and witnesses, conducting jail and in-person investigations, and drafting legal motions, including motions to suppress, motions to dismiss, and mitigation letters.
Professional Associations
Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Nevada
Contra Costa County Bar Association
Bar Admissions
State Bar of California - 2025
U.S. District Court
Northern District CA - 2025
Eastern District CA - 2025
Personal
Darrin loves reading, art, and walking through museums. His favorite place is Oracle Park in San Francisco, and he enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and pets.
Education
University of Pacific McGeorge School of Law Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude June 2023
San Francisco State University Bachelor of Arts Journalism June 2019
