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David R. Keesling

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  • Tulsa, OK
  • Licensed for 24 years
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David Keesling is a National Partner with the global law firm DUNLAP BENNETT & LUDWIG. David is a top-rated trial attorney with more than 20 years of courtroom experience. David has built a solid reputation as a highly effective and winning trial attorney, a skilled negotiator and a legal adviser with excellent legal savvy. Throughout his legal career, he has tried many cases and obtained excellent results, including numerous significant verdicts for his clients. He handles cases of all sizes from relatively small matters to complex and high-profile litigation. His clients are a cross-section of individuals, professionals, small and large businesses, entrepreneurs, employers/employees, shareholders, investors, non-profit organizations, and middle market and nationally recognized companies.

David has earned recognition for his work in the areas of Business & Corporate Law (U.S. and International), Contract Law (U.S. and International), Government, National Security & Cybersecurity Law, Employment Law, Trademark, Patent & Copyright Law, White Collar Criminal Law, High Value Marital Dissolutions and International Child Custody Disputes.

Mr. Keesling’s clients and cases have included representation in federal and state courts in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Texas, Kentucky, California, Idaho, Florida, Michigan, Georgia, North Carolina, Colorado, Tennessee, Indiana, Arizona, Michigan, New Jersey and New York as well as international matters in Canada, China, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Pakistan and the Republic of Mali. David also serves as the Administrative Partner for the firm's Oklahoma based attorneys.

Practice areas

  1. Business: 25%

    David's experience in business law includes formation and dissolution, buy-sell agreements, corporate governance, cybersecurity, general guidance and best practices, internal investigations, and litigation.

    24 years, 250 cases

  2. Contracts and agreements: 25%

    David's contract law experience is focused into three areas: (1) drafting contracts, (2) review and opinion regarding existing contracts, and (3) contract litigation.

    24 years, 250 cases

  3. Employment and labor: 25%

    David's employment law experience is focused into three areas: (1) employment litigation (i.e. Title VII, FLSA, ADA, etc.), (2) employer/ human resources guidance and best practices, and (3) internal investigations.

    24 years, 250 cases

  4. Intellectual property: 10%

    David's intellectual property experience is primarily focused on trademark litigation. David is also provides service and support for trademark and patent registration.

    13 years, 50 cases

  5. Family: 5%

    David's family law practice is primarily focused on dissolutions of high asset marital estates and international child custody disputes. David also has extensive experience in high conflict child custody disputes.

    24 years, 250 cases

  6. International law: 5%

    David's international law experience is primarily focused in two areas: (1) business/contract litigation involving U.S. companies and foreign companies, and (2) international child custody litigation.

    13 years, 50 cases

  7. White collar crime: 5%

    David's criminal defense practice is primarily focused on white collar cases (i.e. financial crimes, embezzlement, fraud). David also has extensive experience (500+ clients) in all other types of criminal defense cases.

    24 years, 250 cases

Languages spoken

English

Contact

DUNLAP BENNETT & LUDWIG PLLC

6660 South Sheridan Road
Suite 250
Tulsa, OK, 74133

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      OKAuthorized to Practice Law199805/13/2022
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate Granted
      Business Tort Trial Lawyers Top 10The National Trial Lawyers2019
      The National Trial Lawyers Top 100The National Trial Lawyers2018
      The American Society of Legal Advocates Top 100The American Society of Legal Advocates2018
      American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys 10 BestAmerican Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2017
      Super LawyersSuper Lawyers Magazine2013
      work experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      National PartnerDunlap Bennett & Ludwig PLLC2018 - Present
      AttorneyKeesling Law Group, PLLC2014 - 2018
      AttorneyRRBK, PLLC2009 - 2014
      AttorneyKeesling & Associates, PC2002 - 2009
      CaptainUnited States Marine Corps1992 - 2002
      associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      U.S. District Court, Northern District of TexasMember2019 - Present
      Oklahoma Bar AssociationBench and Bar Committee2019 - Present
      U.S. District Court, Northern District of IndianaMember2016 - Present
      U.S. District Court, Middle District of North CarolinaPHV2015 - Present
      U.S. District Court, Southern District of New YorkPHV2014 - Present
      Superior Court of California, Los Angeles CountyPHV2014 - Present
      U.S. District Court, District of ColoradoMember2013 - Present
      U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New YorkPHV2012 - Present
      Superior Court of California, Orange CountyPHV2012 - Present
      U.S. District Court, Central District of CaliforniaPHV2012 - Present
      U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth CircuitMember2012 - Present
      U.S. District Court, Western District of KentuckyPHV2010 - Present
      U.S. District Court, Eastern District of OklahomaMember2010 - Present
      District Court of Arkansas, Pulaski CountyPHV2010 - Present
      U.S. District Court, Western District of OklahomaMember2010 - Present
      U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of OklahomaMember2009 - Present
      U.S. District Court, Northern District of OklahomaMember2003 - Present
      Tulsa County Bar AssociationMember2002 - Present
      Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember2002 - Present
      American Bar AssociationMember1998 - Present
      Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember1998 - Present
      publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      National Business InstituteCreative Solutions for Accommodations Requests, Performance Problems, and Chronically Absent Employees2019
      National Business InstituteTackling Mental Health Issues with Finesse2019
      National Business InstituteSocial Media, Alcohol, Marijuana Use, and More: Techniques for Managing Problematic Conduct2019
      National Business InstituteDetermining Admissibility2019
      National Business InstituteAuthentication, Exhibits, and Courtroom Presentation2019
      National Business InstituteManaging Difficult Witnesses2019
      National Business InstituteHearsay Objections & Exceptions2019
      National Business InstituteRules of Evidence: A Practical Tool Kit2018
      National Business InstituteAdvanced Trial Tactics2017
      National Business InstituteBusiness Contracts A-Z2016
      National Business InstituteEssential Legal Elements of Business Contracts2016
      National Business InstituteIndemnification Provisions is Business Agreements2016
      National Business InstituteNon-Compete Clauses: Drafting and Enforcing2016
      National Association of Forensic CounselorsThe Role of the Expert Witness: Advocacy vs. Objectivity2016
      National Association of Forensic CounselorsMandatory Reporters: A State by State Analysis2016
      National Association of Forensic CounselorsEmployers’ Best Practices to Avoid Employment Litigation2016
      Pioneer FinancialWills, Trusts, and the Basic Probate Process in Oklahoma2015
      National Business InstituteTop Hearsay Pitfalls Made by Trial Attorneys2015
      National Business InstituteDemonstrating How Evidence Falls Under Hearsay Exceptions2015
      National Business InstituteHow to Get Email, Social Media, and Other ESI Admitted and Excluded2015
      National Business InstituteEmployment Law Updates: Policies and Procedures2014
      National Business InstituteEmployee Discipline and Discharge: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly2013
      National Business InstituteThe Mechanics of Oklahoma Civil Procedure2012
      National Business InstituteThe Format and Procedure of Motions, Notices, and Hearings2011
      National Business InstituteWrapping Up: Settlements, Judgments, Appeals, and Enforcements2011
      National Business InstituteBusiness Owner’s Guide to Risk Mitigation2010
      education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      University of Tulsa College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1997
      Missouri State UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science1992
      speaking engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      National Business Institute SeminarBusiness Owner’s Guide to Risk Mitigation2010
      USASA Annual ConferenceRisk Management & Mitigation2006
      legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Courtney v. Oklahoma ex rel. Department of Public Safety, 722 F.3d 1216 (10th Cir. 2013)Win
      Gooding v. Ketcher, 838 F. Supp. 2d 1231 (N.D. Okla. 2012)Win
      J.L.C. v. McKinney, 2014 WL 4145550, CIV-11-683-C (W.D. Okla.)Win
      Grinstead v. Billings, 2014 WL 1453455, CIV-12-162-JHP (E.D. Okla.)Win
      Bjorklund v. Miller, 779 F. Supp. 2d 1283 (N.D. Okla. 2012)Win
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      Michael Koper, Litigation Attorney on May 1, 2015
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Mr. Keesling and his firm are top of the line professionals. I have worked together with Mr. Keesling on several matters in state court, federal court, and bankruptcy court across the United States. I recommend Mr. Keesling and his firm to anyone looking for an attorney.

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      Timothy Kittle, Business Attorney on Apr 30, 2015
      Relationship: Worked for lawyer

      David Keesling has a superior knowledge of several practice areas, including business organizations, civil rights, employment law, and criminal defense. He has a proven track record in settlement and trial. David was the "go-to" partner at his previous firm when the other lawyers were stuck. He has successfully argued matters before numerous courts, state and federal, including the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals.

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