David Black concentrates his practice on complex tort and general casualty, products liability, and transportation litigation, as well as commercial litigation and construction law. Drawing on decades of experience as a litigator at a prominent New York law firm—where he represented Fortune 500 public corporations, large financial institutions, and smaller public and privately held companies—David brings a sophisticated, results-oriented approach to defending clients in high-stakes personal injury, property damage, and indemnity matters.

Areas of Focus

Complex Tort & General Casualty
David defends commercial businesses against a broad spectrum of complex tort and general casualty claims, including personal injury, property damage, and indemnity actions. His extensive background representing major corporations, banks, public authorities, and government agencies in state and federal court enables him to develop strategic defenses tailored to each client's exposure and business objectives. He is adept at preventing, mitigating, and managing risk at every stage of litigation, from early case assessment through trial and resolution.

Products Liability
David defends product liability matters on a national basis, leveraging his deep litigation experience to handle complex claims involving a wide range of consumer and industrial products. His prior work representing diverse business entities—from large publicly traded companies to partnerships and individuals—has equipped him with the skill to navigate multi-jurisdictional product liability disputes and coordinate defense strategies across state and federal courts.

Transportation
David represents clients in transportation-related litigation, applying the same meticulous preparation and cost-effective litigation management that define his broader practice. His background in negligence-based defense in New York courts and his experience handling cases from inception through resolution position him to effectively manage the unique challenges presented by transportation claims, including regulatory considerations and complex causation issues.

Construction
David advises clients involved in construction projects on a wide variety of issues, including contractual indemnification, and he defends clients against construction claims. Whether claims stem from construction defects or accidents, David employs cost-effective litigation management and dispute resolution protocols to achieve favorable outcomes. He also drafts and negotiates commercial, construction, and service agreements for corporations.

Commercial Litigation
David advises clients on a range of commercial matters, drawing on his career-long experience representing businesses in general and commercial litigation. He is always focused on delivering expert legal advice and practical solutions to business problems.

    Education

    • Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1996)
      • Fordham Environmental Law Journal
    • University of Pennsylvania (B.A. English, 1993)

    Bar Admissions

    • New York
    • New Jersey

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
    • U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
    • U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
    • U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey

    Professional Affiliations

    • University of Pennsylvania Alumni Secondary School Committee, 2004‒present
    • New York City Bar Association, Education and the Law Committee, 2008‒2014; Committee on State Courts of Superior Jurisdiction, 2002‒2006; Committee on the Civil Court, 1997‒2000
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