Practice Areas
Business Litigation
Professional Experience
David VanSpeybroeck is a trial lawyer who has a diverse commercial litigation practice representing corporations in a wide array of matters, including securities, intellectual property and contractual disputes. Throughout his career, he has successfully tried and resolved more than 25 cases to jury verdicts in State and Federal Courts and has also conducted numerous arbitrations and appraisals.
He counsels clients on disputes arising from large, complex commercial transactions and has represented and advised high-tech companies regarding the protection of their intellectual property rights. David has successfully brought and defended claims for trade secret, copyright, and trademark infringement. As an advisor, he helps businesses avoid litigation using risk management techniques and to ensure proper title to their intellectual property.
David also has extensive experience advising insurance companies in large scale coverage disputes on first and third party claims.
David has successfully represented investors on securities claims under the Oregon Securities Act and defended material participants on securities matters. He has also advised issuers of securities regarding the contents of their business plans and disclosure documents.
In addition, David counsels emerging and early growth companies as they face unique challenges, address intellectual property strategies, and manage securities issues.
David frequently speaks to select industry groups on topics related to securities and intellectual property issues.
Honors/Awards
Selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® (2011 and 2012, Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Bankruptcy, Litigation - Securities)
Education
B.A., Hamilton College
J.D., Boston University School of Law, cum laude
Civic Organizations
Board Member, Children's Relief Nursery (2011)
Board Member, Pixetell, Inc. (2008-Present)
President, Oceanside Protection Society Board
Admitted to Practice
Massachusetts Bar
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Oregon State Bar
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Pro Hac Vice Admission, Washington, California, New Hampshire, Maine
