I have been practicing law since 1992. My emphasis has been on representing entrepreneurial businesses. While in high school, I started a concert promotion business where I bought concert tickets, rented buses and sold "packages" to students to see top flight acts like Elton John, Yes, Grateful Dead, Billy Joel, etc. I also bought end of season close outs of name brand clothes and sold the clothes at local flea markets, including Sassoon and Jordache brands. Later I moved to Texas and collaborated with an equipment finance company to lease vehicles to businesses. Until I went to law school, I typically had at least two jobs at a time and sometimes a small business as well. After law school I received an MBA. I have been appointed receiver over more than one hundred businesses by courts all over Texas. The businesses range from dental offices to tanning salons. From software developers to ranching operations. These court assignments have given me an understanding of certain commonalities to all businesses, as well as a wide range of practical experiences. My client base is even broader than range of businesses I have been involved in. I try to deliver excellent results for my client at reasonable prices. My goal is to establish long term relationships with clients so I can understand their needs and their inclinations as best as I can. Knowing my clients well allows me to deliver individually tailored services instead of one size fits all. In addition to helping with business transactions, my staff and I have handled hundreds of cases in the courts of the state of Texas. If you or your business need help, don't hesitate to call me.
Practice areas
Business Transactions such as asset sales, business sales and financing. Non-competes. Franchise issues. FLSA. Corporate formation and maintenance. Business litigation such as breach of contract cases, business torts and collection.
29 years, 750 cases
Civil litigation. Defense. Contract disputes. Franchise Issues. Injunctions. Post Judgment Collection. Garnishments. Receivership. Collection Issues. Contract disputes. Business torts. Forfeiture.
29 years, 600 cases
Representing corporate debtors and creditors in bankruptcy and workouts. Receivership. Post Judgment Debt Collection.
29 years, 750 cases
Real Estate Transactions and litigation over real estate transactions.
29 years, 300 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1992 | 02/17/2022 |
Legal answers | 73 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Litigator of the Month | Texas Lawyer | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Principal | Fettner Thompson | 2009 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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College of the State Bar of Texas | Member | 2012 - 2015 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Bloomberg | The Fake Factory that Pumped Our Real Money | 2016 |
Texas Lawyer | Texas Lawyer | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Houston | JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA | 1992 |
Southwest Texas State University | BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration | 1988 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Class on Receivable Collection | Business Law Issues | 2014 |
Case name | Outcome |
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NJRC v. Massey et al | $3,000,000 Verdict for Plaintiff |
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John Bradley, Litigation Attorney on Jul 17, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have been working with David on a case for almost two years now. He has a great depth of knowledge and experience. He is responsive and well organized. He is able to pull up necessary documents from years ago on an as-needed basis and without delay. That's impressive. David clearly knows what to do and how to do it. I endorse this lawyer.
Dustin Lee, Unknown Attorney on Jun 10, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse David A. Fettner. Mr. Fettner is an extremely thorough attorney capable of working up complex litigation cases and commercial transactions at the highest level. He is also very skilled at debt collection matters including collecting debts for clients and as a court-appointed receiver.
John Bradley, Litigation Attorney on Jul 17, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have been working with David on a case for almost two years now. He has a great depth of knowledge and experience. He is responsive and well organized. He is able to pull up necessary documents from years ago on an as-needed basis and without delay. That's impressive. David clearly knows what to do and how to do it. I endorse this lawyer.
Dustin Lee, Unknown Attorney on Jun 10, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse David A. Fettner. Mr. Fettner is an extremely thorough attorney capable of working up complex litigation cases and commercial transactions at the highest level. He is also very skilled at debt collection matters including collecting debts for clients and as a court-appointed receiver.
Herrick Sovany, Litigation Attorney on Jun 19, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I recently worked with David on an off-the-wall case where we were on the same side of the docket. His professionalism, teamwork, and insight helped resolve this matter amicably for all parties. I look forward to working with him in the near future.
Scott Cunningham, Litigation Attorney on Apr 10, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
It is a pleasure to both recommend and endorse David Fettner. He is exceptionally well qualified and adheres to the highest ethical standards as a civil and commercial litigator.
Andrew Totz, Litigation Attorney on Apr 9, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Very creative and hardworking attorney. He is very knowledgeable about many different areas of the law. I highly recommend this attorney.
Andrew Weisblatt, Business Attorney on Mar 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known David for over ten years. We have worked together on matters and have from time to time consulted each other on difficult questions. David's work is superb and he frequently thinks of novel and creative ways of approaching legal issues and problems that are efficient and effective. I would not hestiate to recommend David to anyone who needed business or litigation legal help.
William Dyer, Litigation Attorney on Jan 28, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Although we've been social acquaintances for some time, it wasn't until recently that I had a chance to evaluate David Fettner's work in any depth. I already knew that he's frequently selected by judges to serve in various court-appointed positions for particularly troubled cases (for example, those involving receiverships), and that's a fine endorsement. But now that we've worked closely together on a sensitive and difficult lawsuit, I can confirm that my impressions from my social contacts with him -- which had shown me that David is razor-sharp and articulate -- are equally as valid in a professional setting. Moreover, I can also now confirm that he is energetic, tenacious, thorough, responsive, empathetic, and fiercely loyal in representing his clients. That's a lot of fine qualities wrapped up in one package, and binding it all together is the most important quality of all -- integrity. I endorse David and his work enthusiastically and without any reservation.
Grant Scheiner, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Dec 27, 2007
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work. David Fettner is an excellent lawyer who gets outstanding results for his clients. He handles his cases diligently and with professionalism. It is why I frequently refer all types of business and commercial litigation matters to Mr. Fettner's firm.
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