David C Steinmetz

I had the privilege of being represented by David Steinmetz in a complex, high-stakes commercial litigation matter involving an $18 million claim. The opposing side was represented by a major New York law firm—well-staffed, well-funded, and aggressive. None of it fazed David. From day one, he brou...ght total command of the facts, surgical legal strategy, and courtroom presence that inspired confidence at every turn. His ability to outmaneuver elite counsel and get the entire case dismissed was nothing short of masterful. But what truly sets David apart is more than just his brilliance and legal skill. He brought fierce advocacy wrapped in quiet elegance—a commanding presence in and out of the courtroom. He is genuinely brilliant, strategic, and impeccably professional, both in his advocacy and in the way he presents himself. David is that rare attorney who combines elite legal intellect, unshakable judgment, and genuine decency. I would trust him with any case, at any scale.

David Steinmetz was originally recommended to me by a trusted friend. Commercial litigation can be very touchy business. It did not take a very long before I realized how lucky I was to have him as a lawyer. David is an excellent attorney, who handled very difficult adversaries with great skill. He w...as a genuine pleasure to work with, and a mentsch, as well. David, thank you!

After speaking with several other high profile lawyers who told me I have no chance to win on the motion I needed to file, I was told to reach out to Mr. Steinmetz. He took on the case and won. David provides great legal counsel while trying to provide a reasonable path to resolution so not to run up... the bill. He is very smart, highly dedicated and resourceful. I would highly recommend him. A real find!

If you want your opponent’s heart to hit their stomach when they research your counsel, hire David. This is exactly what I was told by a member of the “other side” after he came to work for us following our victory. We had the best, the other side knew it, and it was clear that the Judge saw it too (...we won our summary judgment motion). David is a plethora of knowledge when it comes to commercial litigation and representing businesses in general. Combine that with his powerful persona, his calm-in-the-storm approach, and his highly articulate legal writing skills, and you’ve got a brilliant attorney that you will be proud to have in your corner. Throw in his uncompromising honesty, authenticity and his sense of humor, and you’ve got someone you'll be proud to have as your friend. Litigation is rife with uncertainty, even stress. I am glad to have had an attorney -- and now a friend -- who was was right on every issue and who proved to make lemonade out of what appeared to be a sour situation.

David is an outstanding legal resource. He is the guy you hire when you want straight answers and results. A walking encyclopedia with a powerhouse punch, David defended me and my company against a giant, publicly traded (NYC) corporation with deep pockets, and an internal and external legal team. ... I hired David, because I felt I needed an attorney in NJ who could stand up to the NYC law firm who represented the corporation I was in dispute with. After speaking with 3 local attorneys, I was very unhappy and terrified of the possible outcome. Then, I was recommended to David by a friend of my wife (herself a respected attorney, who described Mr. Steinmetz as both humble and brilliant), reviewed his credentials (outstanding) and hoped he was available. I expected to get his assistant or a voice mail, even a no since he litigates such large cases. Nope, I got David on the phone first try. I knew in just a few minutes he was it. David and I never met in person, only on the phone as we exchanged detailed and super lengthy emails (mainly serious ones) but some were really funny, which made this case bearable. David is an excellent writer and communicator. He gets things most people don't pick up. Then, we actually met face to face on the steps of the Appellate Division. It was as if we had known each other for years. David's authenticity was humbling. He was immaculately prepared, eloquent and quick to his feet with deep, succinct knowledge. The opposing team was quiet on the issues he raised (how could they not be? David was right!). A refined, powerful force whose calm, strategic approach delivered everything I wanted: a win. I highly recommend David.