David W. Herbst

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Redwood City, California

48+ years experience

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP

Updated: Dec 29, 2025

Contact Information

650-812-1300

https://www.manatt.com/David-W-Herbst

203 Redwood Shores Parkway, Suite 125, Redwood City, CA 94065

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Bio

David W. Herbst is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Tax Law.David W., who practices law in Redwood City, California, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. David W. Herbst is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Tax Law.David W., who practices law in Redwood City, California, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. David W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

California

State Capital

Sacramento

Highest Court

California Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of California

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, San Jose (2021)
Recognized: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Recognized: Tax Law
Practice Area: Corporate Governance Law
Practice Area: International Mergers and Acquisitions

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021

Education

Stanford University, J.D., graduated 1977

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Reviews

Gary Ward

3 months ago

Dave Herbst Delivers Expertise and Results

Working with David W. Herbst was an invaluable experience. As an attorney with nearly five decades of expertise in Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Tax Law, his knowledge is unparalleled. He successfully navigated a complex ERISA compliance issue for our company, ensuring we met all regulatory requirements while optimizing our benefit structure. Dave's reputation as a Best Lawyer in both Employee Benefits and Tax Law is well-deserved—his strategic insights and meticulous attention to detail made all the difference. He also earned the Lawyer of the Year distinction in 2021, and it’s clear why. His professionalism, patience, and ability to simplify dense legal concepts were truly appreciated. Dave’s deep experience and dedication to his clients set him apart, and we highly recommend him for any ERISA or tax-related legal needs.