Atty. David S. Rudolf

Atty. David S. Rudolf

David S. Rudolf is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Civil Rights Law, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Securities.

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Profile Summary

About David S. Rudolf at a glance

David S. Rudolf is a criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, and civil rights attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Pfeiffer Rudolf. Educated at New York University (J.D., 1974). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David S. Rudolf is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Civil Rights Law, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Securities
  • David S., who practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina, has been recognized since 1993
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

David S. Rudolf's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David S. Rudolf is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

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

David S. Rudolf is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

White Collar Crimes

David S. Rudolf is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

David S. Rudolf is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

David S. Rudolf is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David S. Rudolf

Where is David S. Rudolf's law office located?
David S. Rudolf's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Pfeiffer Rudolf. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David S. Rudolf handle?
David S. Rudolf focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
Where did David S. Rudolf go to law school?
David S. Rudolf earned their education at (J.D., 1974).
How can I contact David S. Rudolf for a consultation?
You can contact David S. Rudolf 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 S. Rudolf received?
David S. Rudolf's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1974

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Non-White-Collar Criminal Defense
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — White-Collar Criminal Defense
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Charlotte)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Charlotte)
- 2014
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Charlotte)
- 2013

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