Atty. David Ortigoza
David Ortigoza focuses his practice on commercial real estate matters, including acquisition and disposition of fee and ground leasehold interests; real property financing and refinancing; lease agreements for office, retail, and industrial properties; and property management agreements and leasing agreements. David understands that being a real estate attorney means getting the deal done while at the same time mitigating risks and keeping costs low.
Real Estate & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX
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About David Ortigoza at a Glance
David Ortigoza is a Shareholder based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on real estate. Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of Southern California (B.S. Business, 2001). Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Ortigoza
- David Ortigoza focuses his practice on commercial real estate matters, including acquisition and disposition of fee and ground leasehold interests
- real property financing and refinancing
- lease agreements for office, retail, and industrial properties
- and property management agreements and leasing agreements
- David understands that being a real estate attorney means getting the deal done while at the same time mitigating risks and keeping costs low
- David is part of a team that also assists clients with matters relating to the transactions listed above, such as title, survey, and zoning due diligence, forming entities, negotiating loan agreements and performing diligence on existing leases and service contracts
- Prior to his legal career, David worked in the commercial real estate industry as an asset manager and workout specialist for distressed commercial real estate assets
- He also served as a bond surveillance analyst for a proprietary trader of commercial mortgage-backed securities
- Concentrations • Negotiation of property management agreements and leasing agreements • Acquisition of investment grade office, retail, and industrial properties in primary markets • Negotiation of loan agreements with institutional lenders for purchase financing and refinancing owned real properties • Negotiation of commercial leases for major leases at office, retail, and industrial properties • Assist asset managers in the management of owned/managed properties such as landlord-tenant issues, vendor contracts, and compliance with loan, legal, and regulatory obligations Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades • Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2023 • Team Member, Chambers & Partners USA Real Estate Law Firm of the Year, 2018 and 2022 • Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Texas Super Lawyers 'Rising Star,' 2019
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David Ortigoza's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Ortigoza handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Real Estate Law in Dallas
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
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 venue, 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.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-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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Why Clients in Dallas Choose David Ortigoza
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 Ortigoza's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means David Ortigoza's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means David Ortigoza 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 Ortigoza Handles in Dallas
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