About David
“Every case is different and brings unique challenges. The combination of experience, judgment, and ability enables me to achieve the best results possible for my clients. The art and passion of litigation drive me to excel.”By nature, I am direct. You can rely on me for the concise answer; I am succinct and provide straightforward options, strategies, and advice tailored to meet your goals.For nearly 30 years, I have represented individuals and companies of all sizes in a wide variety of litigated disputes, including:bankruptcy and debtor/creditor issuesbusiness litigation, both civil and commercialviolation of constitutional rightsemployment issuesinsurance coverage claimsintellectual property and technology disputesmalpractice casesnon-compete and trade secret litigationproducts liability and mass tort lawsuitssecurities fraud and shareholder disputesYour best interests are foremost; I constantly weigh risks, rewards, and expenses to achieve optimal results. Focused on resolving cases early, I explore all forms of settlement, but if a fair resolution cannot be attained, I bring vast experience litigating in state and federal courts. I have a proven track record of handling complex, high-stakes cases, including winning a high-profile case that was deemed unwinnable.Recognizing that my clients have serious issues, I am earnest in my approach. As an advocate, counselor, negotiator, and champion for my clients, I lead with professionalism—honesty, fairness, and respect for others.See my full bio here.
“Every case is different and brings unique challenges. The combination of experience, judgment, and ability enables me to achieve the best results possible for my clients. The art and passion of litigation drive me to excel.”
By nature, I am direct. You can rely on me for the concise answer; I am succinct and provide straightforward options, strategies, and advice tailored to meet your goals.
For nearly 30 years, I have represented individuals and companies of all sizes in a wide variety of litigated disputes, including:
Your best interests are foremost; I constantly weigh risks, rewards, and expenses to achieve optimal results. Focused on resolving cases early, I explore all forms of settlement, but if a fair resolution cannot be attained, I bring vast experience litigating in state and federal courts. I have a proven track record of handling complex, high-stakes cases, including winning a high-profile case that was deemed unwinnable.
Recognizing that my clients have serious issues, I am earnest in my approach. As an advocate, counselor, negotiator, and champion for my clients, I lead with professionalism—honesty, fairness, and respect for others.
See my full bio here.
Practice Areas
Professional Affiliations
Awards & Recognition
- Recognized: Litigation - Construction
- Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Recognized: Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- Recognized: Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Practice Area: Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Practice Area: Commercial Litigation
- Practice Area: First Amendment Law
- Named to America’s Top 100 Bet-The-Company Litigators by America’s Top 100 LLC, 2019-2020
- Selected for inclusion in Top 100: Minnesota Super Lawyers®, 2018
- Minnesota Super Lawyers in 2000 and 2011–2021
- Minnesota Lawyer Attorney of the Year in 2013 and 2014
- Who’s Who in American Law, Honors Edition, 2005–2006
- Minnesota Super Lawyers–Rising Stars Edition 1999
- AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell