David W. Nance provides strategic legal counsel with more than 25 years of experience handling complex disputes, trial and appellate litigation, business transactions, and risk and governance matters.
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Licensed in Florida, Louisiana, New York, and Texas. Admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and multiple federal district courts.
David W. Nance is a multilingual attorney with more than 25 years of experience representing businesses, property owners, and entrepreneurs in complex litigation, significant transactions, and ongoing outside general counsel matters. He is licensed in Florida, Louisiana, New York, and Texas, and is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and multiple federal district courts, including the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. His practice focuses on commercial disputes, corporate governance, real estate matters, technology and SaaS agreements, healthcare-related issues, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and complex commercial contracts. Fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and conversational in French and Polish, he advises clients across the United States and internationally with practical judgment informed by courtroom and transactional experience.
Representative Matters
Commercial litigation in state and federal courts involving contracts, business torts, governance disputes, fraud-related claims, real estate and construction matters, and intellectual property conflicts. Outside general counsel services for companies requiring practical advice on transactions, risk, compliance, and operational legal issues. Experience includes trial, appellate, and multilingual cross-border matters.
Address
3912 Constance Street
New Orleans, LA 70115
Cell Phone
504-450-3938
Prospective clients and referring attorneys may call or text to inquire about representation and conflict availability.
Practice Areas
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Business Transactions and Governance
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Complex Litigation
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Real Estate and Property Matters
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Contracts and Risk Management
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Technology and Internet Law
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Condominium and Homeowner Association Matters
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Cemetery, Burial, and Regulatory Matters
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Defamation and Reputation Matters
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Intellectual Property and Licensing


Business Transactions & Governance
Counsel for companies at every stage of growth.
DWN advises entrepreneurs, established companies, and investors on entity formation, governance, compliance, commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and risk management. The firm also drafts and negotiates complex commercial agreements and provides outside general counsel services to help clients operate efficiently and reduce exposure to disputes.
Complex Litigation
Strategic representation in sophisticated business disputes.
DWN represents businesses and individuals in sophisticated civil and commercial litigation in state and federal courts. Matters include contract and partnership disputes, construction and real estate litigation, corporate governance claims, intellectual property conflicts, and claims involving fraud or unfair trade practices. Extensive first-chair experience supports effective motion practice, negotiation, mediation, and trial when necessary.


Real Estate & Property Matters
Protecting property rights and resolving real estate disputes.
DWN advises clients on real estate transactions and property-related disputes, including purchase and sale agreements, leases, land use and development issues, title and ownership matters, easements and servitudes, condominium and HOA governance, and related litigation. The practice is informed by Louisiana’s civil-law property regime and the practical needs of owners, investors, and businesses.
Fees and Payments
All advances for costs and services are held in a client trust account with
JP Morgan Chase & Co. in accordance with applicable professional rules.
Checks payable to:
David W. Nance Law Firm LLC
3912 Constance Street
New Orleans, LA 70115
Zelle: david@dwnlaw.com (no fees)
Apple Cash: 504-450-3938 (no fees)
Venmo: @DWNLAW (fees apply)
PayPal: paypal.me/dwnlf (fees apply)
Cash App: $ DWNLF (fees apply)
Please note that applicable convenience fees are deducted from funds received.