Atty. David C. Greenstone

Atty. David C. Greenstone

David C. Greenstone is an experienced trial lawyer and a founding member of Simon Greenstone Panatier, PC.

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About David C. Greenstone at a glance

David C. Greenstone is a personal injury, class action, and product liability attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Simon Greenstone Panatier PC. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California, New York, New York State Bar Association, and Texas, State Bar of Texas. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 1998) and The University of Texas (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David C. Greenstone is an experienced trial lawyer and a founding member of Simon Greenstone Panatier, PC. Mr. Greenstone has been the Managing Shareholder of the firm since its inception in 2006
  • Mr. Greenstone has spent more than two decades fighting in court on behalf of those who have been harmed by the negligence and recklessness of others
  • Passionate about representing clients through trial work, David tried his first case within six months of getting his law license
  • He was trying cases as a first chair within a year
  • Throughout his career, David has tried cases all over the country in both state and federal court
  • He has obtained numerous significant and ground breaking verdicts on behalf of his clients in various different types of litigation, including asbestos, talc, pharmaceuticals, product liability and other catastrophic injuries
  • David strongly believes that jury trials can make a positive impact on our society and that they are critical for the protection of public health and safety, and his verdicts have been nationally recognized for their importance
  • In addition to his trial work, David is proud of the work he has done helping to build Simon Greenstone Panatier, PC into a national trial powerhouse
  • He and his partners have dedicated their careers to helping clients who have been injured and who would not otherwise have a voice
  • As the Managing Shareholder since the founding of the firm, David has helped to organize a team that has effectively represented thousands of clients in many different types of cases, in most of the states in the continental US
  • Mr. Greenstone is a member of the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
  • He is also a board member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, and he has been honored consistently and for many years as a Texas Super Lawyer
  • David and his partners feel strongly about the importance of giving back to their community
  • In furtherance of this commitment, the Simon Greenstone Panatier Scholarship was created to help students who are dealing with cancer in their own families
  • The firm also supports the critical work of the North Texas Food Bank, and David has served as a co-chair of the NTFB Partners for Hope campaign
  • In addition, the firm supports and has participated in the Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program

Practice Areas Explained

David C. Greenstone's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Class Action

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Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David C. Greenstone

Where is David C. Greenstone's law office located?
David C. Greenstone's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Simon Greenstone Panatier PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David C. Greenstone handle?
David C. Greenstone focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did David C. Greenstone go to law school?
David C. Greenstone earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact David C. Greenstone for a consultation?
You can contact David C. Greenstone 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 C. Greenstone received?
David C. Greenstone's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — The American Board of Trial Advocates (2014-Present); Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters (2013-Present).

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas
- 1998
B.A.
The University of Texas
- 1995

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The American Board of Trial Advocates (2014-Present)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters (2013-Present)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers (2023-2024)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Trial Lawyers Award (2014-2023)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Academy of Trial Attorneys, Premier Attorney Award (2015)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Rising Stars by Thomson Reuters (2005-2013)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 50 Verdicts in California Award by TopVerdict.com (2015) – Winkel v. Colgate-Palmolive Co.
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Verdict in Arizona Award by TopVerdict.com – All Practice Areas (2016) – Coulbourn v. Crane Co. et al.
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 20 Verdict in California Award by TopVerdict.Com – All Practice Areas (2018) – Anderson v. Johnson & Johnson
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers, 2021
- 2026

Bar Admissions

California, The State Bar of California
New York, New York State Bar Association
Texas, State Bar of Texas

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