David Brian Kempston

David Brian Kempston

also known as David B. Kempston

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

3340 Northdale Blvd NW #140, Minneapolis, MN

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

20%-25%


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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 33 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1992

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Mottaz & Sisk Injury Law

3340 Northdale Blvd NW #140, Minneapolis, MN, 55448

Mottaz & Sisk Injury Law

3340 Northdale Boulevard. N.W., Suite 140, Coon Rapids, MN, 55448

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David Brian Kempston's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

312 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 39 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Kim | September 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

A Light In The Darkness

I met David Kemptson during an extremely stressful time in dealing with my worker's comp injury. One person against a large company and all their resources doesn't stand a chance. After a consultation with David, I was so grateful he took me on as a client. He was thorough, kind and very knowledgeab...le. David helped me understand the legal process, what I could expect, and he and his team handled the legal details for me, giving me an opportunity to focus on healing. David was honest with me, never gave me unreasonable expectations and encouraged me as things were stressful. When the company's lawyer pushed, David stood on a solid foundation of knowledge of the law, truth and integrity. In the courtroom, he was completely prepared, calm and meticulous. David protected me from the company's lawyer's attempts to distort the truth, and to make sure the Judge did hear the full story. Waiting for the Judge's ruling, which took weeks, I had no regrets and knew the long road had been so much easier because of David and his team working hard for me. We did win the case. Even as the years have gone by, on the rare occasion I have a question about my case and follow up medical appointments, David responds to me himself within a day. He is just an email away (my preferred way to stay in contact not necessarily his), and still helping me navigate this journey. I will always be so very thankful for the integrity, hard work, kindness, and support of David and his team.

Posted by Robert | July 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Shoulder Injury

After injuring my shoulder at work i contacted David after a referral from a hospital front desk secretary. Throughout the entire process from rehab to surgery and finally settlement (that was a nightmare dealing with the system of workman's comp.) David Kempston was always professional, in contact, ...and always updating me on the status of my claim. Most of all he was all business but still compasionate and caring due to my financial situation struggling to make ends meet for my ill wife and four kids two of which have disabilities. I would recommend and refer David Kempston to anyone facing the long uphill battle of dealing with the workmans comp. system and greedy insurance companies. Thanks for everything David.

Posted by Gary | April 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

A Great Lawyer

As a look at this review I see it is only for 4000 words . 4000 word seems like a lot except when you're trying to explain how somebody such as David helped you through a process . Fortunately and unfortunately I had to use David two times in my life . Both times that I have used David as a lawye...r I feel there has been a personal connection not just somebody I'm hiring to do a job but somebody to lean on when I get frustrated and confused about the process . David always answered and returned my phone calls and even though it's sometimes wasn't what I wanted to hear his answers were correct in every aspect . Mr. Kempston is very compassionate of the injured worker and understands the struggles that confusion that comes with the Worker's Compensation process . I feel David held my hand through the process and explained things in a manner I could understand without all the legal mumbo-jumbo. In my opinion Mr. Kempston is an honest and straightforward man with good character. David was patient with me and made sure that I had a general understanding of the process, he didn't make me feel unwelcome or like I was wasting his time. A good lawyer is capable of keeping in touch with you in a way that makes you feel that your case gets the attention it requires. An attorney has a duty to communicate with his client on a consistent basis David has never disappointed in this area. If David wasn't available his legal assistant Mrs. Wick was. David has a combination of high intelligence, strong analytical and advocacy skills, and an ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in David has passion for worker's Compensation law and I believe has mastered excellence , which fosters a high level of commitment to his work. Lastly, Mr.Kempston doesn't come across as a "typical" lawyer. A great attorney defies the stereotypes that are commonly associated with the legal profession - arrogance, greed He is friendly, personable and charismatic and you will actually enjoy working with him. When do you need a lawyer? How do you choose the right attorney? These were both questions I asked myself and am glad I made the decision to reach out to David Kempston.

Posted by Robert | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

One Great Super Attorney

Mr Kempston was incredible at keeping the case focused. With the experience he has, he has heard it before. I learned to just let him ask the questions and at the end he would let me embellish on what I wanted to say. Once he asked his series of questions, I really did not have much to ask. Mr Ke...mpston had already answered it. This happened many times. He knows work comp and he knows it well. I was very impressed with his sincere concern about me and what I was going through. I have consulted many attorneys about my case and the uniqueness of it and Mr. Kempston was the only one optimistic about it. He listed all the implications of each criteria affecting the case, and explained each possible outcome. He is straight to the point with now running around. We ended up settling the case for two times the expected amount with other benefits to add. I would highly recommend Mr Kempston for a Minnesota work comp attorney. He is thorough, knowledgeable and compassionate about his cases. An attorney with traits like these is what a person needs an attorney to have.

Posted by Dale | February 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

A gift from God

If it is possible for a person to give 10 stars to a lawyer I would be gladly to give it to Dave! He was very professional & as soon as I knew he was a Christian I had nothing to fear.,to be honest I don't have a lot of experience with lawyers and haven't trusted most of them. Some of them don't see...m to care about you which is not the case with Dave he actually cares about the people he represents he is a great asset and a great blessing to the law firm that he represents I cannot express how satisfied I am to find an upstanding lawyer as Dave

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David Brian Kempston's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jay Hartman

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"David is one of the most formidable opponents I face in my workers' compensation defense practice. He is a consummate professional, skilled trial lawyer and passionate advocate for his clients. Quite simply, David is at the top of his field and a credit to his profession."

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Jeremiah Sisk

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Anoka County Lawyer of the Year, Anoka County Bar Association

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Mpls Work Comp Law- Claimants "Lawyer of the Year", Best Lawyers in America

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2007

Top 100 MN Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2006

Top 100 MN Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2005

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2004

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2003

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2002

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2001

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2000

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2000

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

1999

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

1989

Arthur Lynip Award for Outstanding English Literature Student, Westmont College

1988

Arthur Lynip Award for Outstanding English Literature Student, Westmont College

N/A

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Thomas D Mottaz

1900 - Present

Associate, Mottaz & Sisk Injury Law

1992 - 1996

Attorney, Gilmore, Aafedt, Forde, Anderson, & Gray, PA

Associations

1996 - Present

Anoka County Bar Association

1992 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Metzger v Turk, Inc.

affirmed

Metzger v Turk, Inc.

affirmed

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Education

1992

University of Minnesota Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Westmont College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

New Lawyers Leadership Conference

That's Why They Call it Practicing Law

2017

National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors

Customer Service Tips from a Plaintiff Lawyer

2017

Minnesota Association for Justice

Presenting at Hearing: Preparation and Performance

2017

Anoka County Bar Association

That's Why They Call it Practicing Law

2017

2017 Minnesota Workers' Compensation Symposium

Tales from the Dark Side

2017

2017 Minnesota State Bar Association Convention

That's Why They Call it Practicing Law

2016

2016 Minnesota Worker's Compensation Symposium

Tales from the Dark Side- Decisions, Decisions

2015

The 30th Annual Workers' Compensation Institute

Co-Chair

2014

The 2014 Minnesota Workers' Compensatoin Deskbook Seminar

Proving whether the Injury "Arose Out Of" Employment after Dykhoff

2014

Mayo Clinic Health System Occupational Medicine Monthly Provider Roundtable

Understanding the Basics of Minnesota Workers' Compensation

2014

A Workers' Compensation Seminar

Sharpen Your Skills- A Workers' Compensation seminar: Working With Your Opponent

2013

Work Comp Work Shop

Analysis of 2013 Changes to MN Work Comp Law

2012

The Minnesota Workers' Compensation Deskbook Seminar

Medical Benefits

2012

The 27th Annual Workers' Compensation Institue

Time and Project Management

2012

Globe University Panel Presentation

Legal Ethics

2011

The 26th Annual Workers' Compensation Institute

Intervention: Practice Tips and Strategies

2010

The 25th Annual Workers' Compensation Institute

Co-Chair

2010

2010 Workers' Compensation Seminar

Client Relations

Publications

2020

book "Lessons Learned on the Run"

Languages

English

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