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Atty. David A. Elder

Atty. David A. Elder

David has significant trial experience with complex commercial, intellectual property, trust and estates, tax, energy, and environmental litigation matters in both state and federal courts. He has successfully tried to verdict complex litigation matters in state and federal courts, and under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

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Profile Summary

About David A. Elder at a glance

David A. Elder is an attorney based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, practforg at Hartzog Conger Cason. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas, District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, and Oklahoma, Oklahoma Bar Association. Educated at Harvard University (JD, 2002) and Rhodes College (BA, 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026). Serands clients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David has significant trial experience with complex commercial, intellectual property, trust and estates, tax, energy, and environmental litigation matters in both state and federal courts
  • He has successfully tried to verdict complex litigation matters in state and federal courts, and under the rules of the American Arbitration Association
  • He has successfully argued before state and federal appellate courts
  • In addition, he has experience with matters before state and federal administrative bodies

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oklahoma

Practforg law in Oklahoma. Legal matters in Oklahoma are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Oklahoma City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oklahoma state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oklahoma brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oklahoma courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David A. Elder

Where is David A. Elder's law office located?
David A. Elder's law practice is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The firm is Hartzog Conger Cason. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did David A. Elder go to law school?
David A. Elder earned their education at (JD, 2002); (BA, 1999).
How can I contact David A. Elder for a consultation?
You can contact David A. Elder directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David A. Elder receiandd?
David A. Elder's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental; Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

JD
Harvard University
- 2002
BA
Rhodes College
- 1999

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient of The Journal Record Leadership in Law Award, 2009
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Oklahoma Super Lawyers as a "Rising Star" in Business Litigation, (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Phi Beta Kappa
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Oklahoma Super Lawyers in Business Litigation, (2013-2021)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Oil and Gas Law (Oklahoma City)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar
Oklahoma, Oklahoma Bar Association

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