David C Steinmetz

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.

Mr. Steinmetz represented me for the first time nearly three years ago in a complex litigation matter, and I still use him to this day. I will always remember how I sat in the Court room, observing Mr. Steinmetz arguing our motion for summary judgment. He was prepared, his delivery sharp and clear..., he presented the law and facts cogently and far more effectively than the Plaintiff's attorney. The judge clearly agreed with him on all the issues and ruled accordingly right then and there. But what really struck me was how even his adversary, the guy who drove me nuts for nearly a year, and nearly twenty years older than Mr. Steinmetz, said, "You're a damn good lawyer," shook his hand, and just walked off. Even the judge indicated his pleasure. And anyone who has read his briefs understands what I mean. Mr. Steinmetz is familiar with the most recent cases, genuinely works to understand the facts in all their detail, and is, in additional to a passionate advocate, a genuine person. He is a professional and a genuine pleasure to work with.

David is rightfully regarded as one of the very best attorneys in New Jersey. He was always available, highly responsible, very well versed in the law, extremely detail oriented, and, in the end, successfully defended me in a case where I could have otherwise lost millions of dollars. He is an excell...ent writer, has a great and thorough understanding of business in general, and speaks very well. Also, unlike many other lawyers I encountered, I was very impressed with him humility, honesty, and overall decency.