
David Kuttles, Litigation Attorney in New York
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability
AssociateatThe Lanier Law Firm, P.C.
New, NY
Practicing litigation in New York since 2002.
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David Kuttles is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. David has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Lanier Law Firm, P.C..
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Litigation · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from New York, NY.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David Kuttles: David Kuttles is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. David has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Lanier Law Firm, P.C..
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Kuttles
David concentrates on litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Litigation cases in New York
David takes litigation matters in New York. 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.
Personal Injury cases in New York
David takes personal injury matters in New York. 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.
Product Liability cases in New York
David takes product liability matters in New York. 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 Kuttles — Over 24 years of New York litigation experience
David Kuttles is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. David has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Lanier Law Firm, P.C..
David Kuttles is an associate at The Lanier Law Firm, practicing in the areas of pharmaceutical and toxic tort litigation, general products liability litigation, and commercial matters. Mr. Kuttles has experience in litigating, arbitrating and mediating bodily injury claims involving products liability, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, and job related accidents.
Mr. Kuttles earned his law degree from Albany Law School in 2001. During his tenure at law school, Mr. Kuttles interned for the Honorable David R. Homer, U.S District Court for the Northern District of New York, and was a member of the Albany Law School Moot Court Board. Mr. Kuttles earned his undergraduate degree from Utica College of Syracuse University in 1997 while serving as an investigative intern for the Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, D.C. Prior to joining The Lanier Law Firm Mr. Kuttles was a litigation associate at the firm of Estrin & Benn in New York.
Mr. Kuttles is licensed to practice law in the State of New York, and in the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. He is a member of the New York County Lawyers Association, New York State Bar Association, and American Association for Justice (formerly ATLA).
An avid sports fan, Mr. Kuttles lives in New Jersey with his wife, Lara, and son, Ethan
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David Kuttles is an associate at The Lanier Law Firm, practicing in the areas of pharmaceutical and toxic tort litigation, general products liability litigation, and commercial matters. Mr. Kuttles has experience in litigating, arbitrating and mediating bodily injury claims involving products liability, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, and job related accidents. Mr. Kuttles earned his…
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, personal injury, and product liability matters across New York.
Credentials
David Kuttles's legal education and bar admissions
Albany Law School of Union University
J.D. · 2001
Utica College of Syracuse University
B.A. · 1997
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2006 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2006 · ACTIVE
New York
2002 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Albany Law School of Union University and B.A. in Utica College of Syracuse University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Albany Law School of Union University and B.A. in Utica College of Syracuse University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
New York County Lawyers Association New York State Bar Association American Trial Lawyers Association
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Locations
David Kuttles's office in New York
David's primary office is at 126 East 56th Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10022. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
The Lanier Law Firm, P.C.
126 East 56th Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10022
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How to hire David Kuttles — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation 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 litigation attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation 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 litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Kuttles
How much does it cost to hire David for a litigation 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 litigation attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in New York typically take?
Simple litigation 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 New York?
David is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
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 litigation clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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