$ 350-795 per hour
David R. Keesling
About David
Biography
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
7
Practice Areas
Business
25%
28 years | 250 cases
Contracts and Agreements
25%
28 years | 250 cases
Employment and Labor
25%
28 years | 250 cases
Intellectual Property
10%
17 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
35%-50%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Oklahoma for 27 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
DUNLAP BENNETT & LUDWIG PLLC
6660 South Sheridan Road, Suite 250, Tulsa, OK, 74133
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Energy & Utilities
Posted by Bjorn | May 05, 2015 | Energy & Utilities
Highly recommended
It was a pleasure working with David and having him as my attorney on my case in Oklahoma U.S. He was hard working and was very prepared in all occasions. He did an excellent job in the Federal court in Oklahoma City in front of the jury. The jury came out with a verdict in our favour. The case was...
David R. Keesling's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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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Experience
Honors
2019
Business Tort Trial Lawyers Top 10, The National Trial Lawyers
2018
The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers
2018
The American Society of Legal Advocates Top 100, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys 10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2013
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
Work Experience
2018 - Present
National Partner, Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig PLLC
2014 - 2018
Attorney, Keesling Law Group, PLLC
2009 - 2014
Attorney, RRBK, PLLC
2002 - 2009
Attorney, Keesling & Associates, PC
1992 - 2002
Captain, United States Marine Corps
Associations
2019 - Present
U.S. District Court, Northern District of TexasMember
2019 - Present
Oklahoma Bar AssociationBench and Bar Committee
2016 - Present
U.S. District Court, Northern District of IndianaMember
2015 - Present
U.S. District Court, Middle District of North CarolinaPHV
2014 - Present
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New YorkPHV
2014 - Present
Superior Court of California, Los Angeles CountyPHV
2013 - Present
U.S. District Court, District of ColoradoMember
2012 - Present
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New YorkPHV
2012 - Present
Superior Court of California, Orange CountyPHV
2012 - Present
U.S. District Court, Central District of CaliforniaPHV
2012 - Present
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth CircuitMember
2010 - Present
U.S. District Court, Western District of KentuckyPHV
2010 - Present
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of OklahomaMember
2010 - Present
District Court of Arkansas, Pulaski CountyPHV
2010 - Present
U.S. District Court, Western District of OklahomaMember
2009 - Present
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of OklahomaMember
2003 - Present
U.S. District Court, Northern District of OklahomaMember
2002 - Present
Tulsa County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1998 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Courtney v. Oklahoma ex rel. Department of Public Safety, 722 F.3d 1216 (10th Cir. 2013)
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Gooding v. Ketcher, 838 F. Supp. 2d 1231 (N.D. Okla. 2012)
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J.L.C. v. McKinney, 2014 WL 4145550, CIV-11-683-C (W.D. Okla.)
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Grinstead v. Billings, 2014 WL 1453455, CIV-12-162-JHP (E.D. Okla.)
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Bjorklund v. Miller, 779 F. Supp. 2d 1283 (N.D. Okla. 2012)
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Bjorklund v. Miller, 467 Fed. Appx. 758, 2012 WL 724219 (10th Cir. 2012) (affirming 779 F. Supp. 2d 1283)
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Education
1997
University of Tulsa College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Missouri State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
National Business Institute Seminar
Business Owner’s Guide to Risk Mitigation
2006
USASA Annual Conference
Risk Management & Mitigation
Publications
2019
National Business Institute
Hearsay Objections & Exceptions
2019
National Business Institute
Managing Difficult Witnesses
2019
National Business Institute
Authentication, Exhibits, and Courtroom Presentation
2019
National Business Institute
Determining Admissibility
2019
National Business Institute
Social Media, Alcohol, Marijuana Use, and More: Techniques for Managing Problematic Conduct
2019
National Business Institute
Tackling Mental Health Issues with Finesse
2019
National Business Institute
Creative Solutions for Accommodations Requests, Performance Problems, and Chronically Absent Employees
2018
National Business Institute
Rules of Evidence: A Practical Tool Kit
2017
National Business Institute
Advanced Trial Tactics
2016
National Business Institute
Business Contracts A-Z
2016
National Business Institute
Non-Compete Clauses: Drafting and Enforcing
2016
National Business Institute
Indemnification Provisions is Business Agreements
2016
National Business Institute
Essential Legal Elements of Business Contracts
2016
National Association of Forensic Counselors
Employers’ Best Practices to Avoid Employment Litigation
2016
National Association of Forensic Counselors
Mandatory Reporters: A State by State Analysis
2016
National Association of Forensic Counselors
The Role of the Expert Witness: Advocacy vs. Objectivity
2015
Pioneer Financial
Wills, Trusts, and the Basic Probate Process in Oklahoma
2015
National Business Institute
How to Get Email, Social Media, and Other ESI Admitted and Excluded
2015
National Business Institute
Demonstrating How Evidence Falls Under Hearsay Exceptions
2015
National Business Institute
Top Hearsay Pitfalls Made by Trial Attorneys
2014
National Business Institute
Employment Law Updates: Policies and Procedures
2013
National Business Institute
Employee Discipline and Discharge: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
2012
National Business Institute
The Mechanics of Oklahoma Civil Procedure
2011
National Business Institute
Wrapping Up: Settlements, Judgments, Appeals, and Enforcements
2011
National Business Institute
The Format and Procedure of Motions, Notices, and Hearings
2010
National Business Institute
Business Owner’s Guide to Risk Mitigation
Languages
English