David Curtis, Construction Attorney in the United States
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Construction and General
Practicing construction since 2006.
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David Curtis is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Construction and General. David has over 20 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Construction · General
- Handles Construction and General matters from Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Public Procurement Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2025).
About David Curtis: David Curtis is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Construction and General. David has over 20 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Curtis
David concentrates on construction and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases nationwide
David takes construction matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
David takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David Curtis — Over 20 years of the U.S. construction experience
David Curtis is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Construction and General. David has over 20 years of legal experience.
David Curtis is a litigation and dispute resolution Partner in the Vancouver office. His practice is focused exclusively on the construction industry. David is a Fellow with the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers and is recognized as a leading construction lawyer by various ranking agencies.
David has extensive experience acting for construction owners, design-builders, general contractors, subcontractors, insurers and designers. He has advised clients on numerous types of projects in various industries including high rise residential, public infrastructure, energy and mining, hospitals, dams, transmission lines, water treatment facilities and pipelines. He provides advice on all ends of the construction spectrum, from helping clients with tendering disputes, to resolving disputes during construction, to post-construction litigation and arbitration. He has experience litigating cases in the Supreme Court of British Columbia and the Court of Appeal for British Columbia, and extensive mediation and arbitration experience.
David has lectured and written extensively on various topics related to construction law. He is currently an adjunct professor with the Allard School of Law, University of British Columbia, and co-teaches construction law every fall.
Clients seek David's advice on:
- construction contract management
- construction contract disputes
- delay and disruption claims
- change order disputes
- site condition claims
- tendering disputes
- bond and insurance coverage claims
- builders liens
- building defect, warranty and insurance claims
- construction related tort claims
David's approach to construction cases
David Curtis is a litigation and dispute resolution Partner in the Vancouver office. His practice is focused exclusively on the construction industry. David is a Fellow with the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers and is recognized as a leading construction lawyer by various ranking agencies. David has extensive experience acting for construction owners, design-builders, general contractors,…
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction and general matters in the United States.
Credentials
David Curtis's legal education and bar admissions
University of Victoria
LLB · 2004
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
British Columbia
2006 · ACTIVE
David studied at LLB in University of Victoria.
Law school and academic background
David completed LLB in University of Victoria. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of David Curtis
David has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Public Procurement Law, Vancouver (Canada)
2025
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Public Procurement Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Public Procurement Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2025). Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Public Procurement Law (2026).
Locations
David Curtis's office in Vancouver
David's primary office is at 550 Burrard Street, Suite 2900, Vancouver, British Columbia. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of David Curtis
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire David Curtis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Curtis
How much does it cost to hire David for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in this state typically take?
Simple construction matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside the area?
David evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside David's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new construction clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.