David Colby Addison

David Colby Addison

also known as D. Colby Addison

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 9 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Oklahoma City, OK
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Employment & Labor ... +7 more

1332 SW 89th Street, Oklahoma City, OK

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 35%

I represent injured Oklahomans statewide in car wrecks, semi-truck accidents, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death cases. Every case is prepared for trial. Free consultation; no fee unless we recover for you.

10 years | 100 cases

35%
Civil Rights 20%

Section 1983 litigation in Oklahoma's federal courts and the Tenth Circuit — jail deaths, deliberate indifference, excessive force, and police misconduct. Millions recovered for families who lost loved ones in custody.

10 years | 50 cases

20%
Car Accident 10%

Car wreck representation across Oklahoma, including I-35, I-40, and I-44 crashes in the OKC and Tulsa metros. Liability disputes, UM/UIM claims, and insurance bad faith — with fast action to preserve video, witnesses, and vehicle data.

10 years | 100 cases

10%
Employment and Labor 10%

Representing Oklahoma employees in wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, FMLA, and harassment matters, from EEOC charge through federal trial.

10 years | 500 cases

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

Statewide 18-wheeler and commercial truck crash litigation. We act in the first 72 hours to preserve driver logs, ECM black-box data, and dash cam footage — and pursue every responsible party: driver, carrier, broker, and shipper.

10 years | 25 cases

10%
Native Peoples Law 5%

Tribal Supreme Court Justice. I represent tribal nations, gaming commissions, and tribal enterprises on sovereignty, jurisdiction, and governance matters across Oklahoma.

5 years | 5 cases

5%
Wrongful Death 5%

Representing Oklahoma families in wrongful death claims from vehicle and trucking crashes, deaths in custody, and negligence — guiding the personal representative process and damages under 12 O.S. § 1053.

10 years | 15 cases

5%
Brain Injury 2%

TBI litigation, including concussions and injuries that don't appear on standard imaging — proven with neuropsychological testing, treating physicians, and life care planners.

10 years | 10 cases

2%
Motorcycle Accident 2%

Motorcycle crash cases across Oklahoma — left-turn collisions, road hazards, and the juror bias riders face. Policy-limits recoveries for catastrophic orthopedic injuries.

10 years | 50 cases

2%
Spinal Cord Injury 1%

Spinal cord injury cases built on the full lifetime cost: surgery, rehabilitation, home modification, and lost earning capacity, supported by medical and economic witnesses.

10 years | 5 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 90 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour

Contingency

40%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oklahoma for 9 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 2016

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Addison Law Firm

1332 SW 89th Street, Oklahoma City, OK, 73159

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David Colby Addison's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kristen | January 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Thoughtful, Ethical, and Truly Client-Centered Attorney

I had the opportunity to work with David Colby Addison, and I was deeply impressed by his approach and integrity. He is an attorney who listens carefully, offers clear and honest guidance, and genuinely takes the time to understand the full context of a situation before responding. What sets Colby... apart is his empathy and perspective. He does not rush to conclusions or treat legal matters as purely transactional. Instead, he approaches each situation with curiosity, fairness, and a sincere desire to help people navigate challenges in a way that aligns with their best interests. He is ethical, loyal, and someone who operates with a strong moral compass. If you are looking for an attorney who combines legal knowledge with compassion, discernment, and professionalism, I would highly recommend Colby.

Posted by Brad | February 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Attorney

Colby has been handling a case for me for almost 5 years now. It has been drug put as long as possible by the other party, but Colby has stayed true and has been right by my side through it all. I would recommend his services to anyone needing an attorney or just some legal advise.

Posted by Seth | February 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Personable Attorney with fantastic work ethic

I have hired Colby for multiple issues. I sold a car and the person I sold it to got into a wreck. The person I had sold it to did not transfer the title into their name, and I kept receiving calls and letters from collection agencies requiring me too pay for the damage caused since I was the owner o...f record. Colby was able to quickly resolve this issue. Colby has also helped me work on resolving a personal injury case and has answered all of my questions and kept me informed along the way.

Posted by Jeni | February 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Amazing and knowledgeable

Colby was completely different from the thought I had in my head about a lawyer. He was nice, caring and dedicated to succeeding! He communicated thoroughly about my case and never lost faith!

Posted by Rachel | February 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Personable and Hard-Working

Colby was able to get me exactly what I wanted.... justice. He fought hard for me to obtain a favorable result in the case. He helped me understand everything along the way. Whenever someone says they need a lawyer, I always recommend him. I've been through many lawyers and none seemed to care like h...im. Thanks!

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Seth Schwenn

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred multiple clients to Colby and have consistently been impressed with the level of professionalism, responsiveness, and legal skill he brings to each matter. The clients I have referred have obtained favorable results and have expressed high satisfaction with both the outcome and the process. I do not hesitate to refer clients to Colby and consider him a trusted colleague whom I am confident will advocate effectively for those he represents."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2026

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2025

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2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

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2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

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2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Attorney, Addison Law Firm

2020 - 2021

Partner & Co-Founded, The Center For Employment Law

2016 - 2020

Attorney, Laird Hammons Laird

Associations

2015 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

2015 - Present

Oklahoma Employment Lawyers Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Failure to Accommodate Employee

Settlement in excess of $100,000.00

Unpaid Overtime Collective Action

Court-Approved Settlement in Excess of $100,000.00

Disability Discrimination Case

Trial verdict resulting in an overall award in excess of $100,000.00.

Race Discrimination

Settlement in excess of $300,000.00

Sexual Harassment & Retaliation

Settlement in excess of $100,000.00

Race Discrimination/Retaliation

Settlement in excess of $75,000.00

Age Discrimination

Settlement in Excess of $90,000.00

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Education

N/A

University of Oklahoma College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Oklahoma

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

OELA CLE

Representing Clients with Fair Labor Standards Act Claims

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

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