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.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Oklahoma City, OK
Profile Summary
About David A. Elder at a Glance
David A. Elder is a business, litigation, and energy attorney based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, practicing 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). Serves clients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- He has successfully argued before state and federal appellate courts
- In addition, he has experience with matters before state and federal administrative bodies
Practice Areas Explained
David A. Elder's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David A. Elder handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Oklahoma City.
Business & Corporate Law in Oklahoma City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Oklahoma City
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David A. Elder is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oklahoma →
Energy & Utilities Law in Oklahoma City
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Oklahoma City
Practicing law in Oklahoma. Legal matters in Oklahoma are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive 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 venue, and the substantive 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.
Oklahoma City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Oklahoma City-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Oklahoma City Choose David A. Elder
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David A. Elder's practice in the field of business, litigation, and energy.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, State Bar of Texas, District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, and Oklahoma, Oklahoma Bar Association, David A. Elder can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and energy, David A. Elder can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Oklahoma City
A Oklahoma City-based practice means David A. Elder attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David A. Elder Handles in Oklahoma City
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David A. Elder directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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