Atty. David B. Vandergriff

Atty. David B. Vandergriff

David B. Vandergriff has practiced law for over 40 years and concentrates his practice on business, banking, and insurance issues in a variety of transactional and litigation contexts.

Little Rock Little Rock 49 yrs experience 49 year
Call (501) 379-1700 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David B. Vandergriff at a glance

David B. Vandergriff is a business, real estate, estate litigation, and litigation attorney based in Little Rock, Arkansas, practicing at Quattlebaum, Grooms & Tull PLLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1977) and Texas (1978). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1977) and University of Arkansas (B.S.B.A., 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026). Serands clients in Little Rock, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David B. Vandergriff has practiced law for over 40 years and concentrates his practice on business, banking, and insurance issues in a variety of transactional and litigation contexts
  • He has participated in transactions and tried lawsuits all over central and western Arkansas, mainly representing corporate defendants in personal injury cases, banks and businesses in general commercial litigation, and creditors in bankruptcy matters
  • He is licensed to practice law in the states of Arkansas and Texas
  • the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas, the Eastern District of Oklahoma, and the Northern District of Texas
  • and the Eighth Circuit United States Court of Appeals
  • David was appointed to the Arkansas Pollution Control and Ecology Commission by Gov. Asa Hutchinson (2020-2025) and has served as a Special Justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court
  • Recognition The Best Lawyers in America® (2005-present) Super Lawyers (2008-present) Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® Admissions Arkansas Texas U. S. Tax Court U. S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas U. S. District Court, Eastern District of Oklahoma U. S. District Court, Northern District of Texas U. S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas U. S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Texas U. S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit Associations and Affiliations Arkansas Bar Association Board of Governors, Chair (2001-2002, 2007-2008) House of Delegates, Past Member Judicial Nominations, Past Member Jurisprudence and Law Reform Committee, Past Member Arkansas Bar Foundation, Sustaining Fellow Board of Directors (2000-2006) Secretary and Treasurer (2008-2008) President (2009-2010) Education University of Arkansas School of Law (J.D., 1977) University of Arkansas (B.S., Accounting, 1975)

Practice Areas Explained

David B. Vandergriff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David B. Vandergriff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

David B. Vandergriff is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Arkansas →

Estate & Trust Litigation

David B. Vandergriff is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Arkansas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arkansas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David B. Vandergriff

Where is David B. Vandergriff's law office located?
David B. Vandergriff's law practice is located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The firm is Quattlebaum, Grooms & Tull PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David B. Vandergriff handle?
David B. Vandergriff focuses on business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has David B. Vandergriff practiced law?
David B. Vandergriff has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did David B. Vandergriff go to law school?
David B. Vandergriff earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S.B.A., 1975).
How can I contact David B. Vandergriff for a consultation?
You can contact David B. Vandergriff 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 B. Vandergriff received?
David B. Vandergriff's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1977
B.S.B.A.
University of Arkansas
- 1975

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Workouts
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Loan Documentation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mortgage
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transactions
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Little Rock)
- 2021

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1977
Texas
Admitted: 1978

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