David is a client-centric real estate lawyer with over 20 years of experience representing developers, investors, managers, and end-users across all sectors, including retail, industrial, office, hotels, mixed-use developments, multifamily apartments, and public projects. He brings a value-conscious approach to addressing client challenges, working closely with clients to achieve their goals while meeting project timelines.
David has successfully represented clients nationwide in investments involving bank financing, public funding, and federal loan assumptions. He also has substantial experience in environmental solutions for real estate transactions, handling negotiations with state and federal regulators, managing agreements among responsible parties, placing environmental liability policies, and satisfying lender requirements.
Beyond real estate, David has represented professional boxers and managers in negotiating representation and venue event agreements.
Outside of work, he enjoys traveling and spending time with his teenage son.
Education
J.D., cum laude, Case Western Reserve University School of Law, 2003
B.S., Economics, University of Akron, 1999
Professional Associations
- Ohio Bar Association
- Urban Land Institute
- Hillsborough County Bar Association
- Cleveland Real Estate Law Institute, past Assistant Chair
Honors
- Best Lawyers in America, 2018-2025