Atty. David J. Rusk

Atty. David J. Rusk

David J. Rusk is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law.

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Profile Summary

About David J. Rusk at a glance

David J. Rusk is a business and real estate attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 2014). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David J. Rusk is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law
  • David J., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2021
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Rusk's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David J. Rusk 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.

David J. Rusk is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Real Estate Law

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

David J. Rusk is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →

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 Houston 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 J. Rusk

Where is David J. Rusk's law office located?
David J. Rusk's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Rusk handle?
David J. Rusk focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did David J. Rusk go to law school?
David J. Rusk earned their education at (J.D., 2014).
How can I contact David J. Rusk for a consultation?
You can contact David J. Rusk 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 J. Rusk received?
David J. Rusk's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 2014

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

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