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David Kiefer

David Kiefer

USA 2026

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McDermott Will & Schulte
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Ranked in 1 practice area

International Arbitration: Counsel

USA - Nationwide

2 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

David (Dave) Kiefer focuses his practice on litigation and arbitration matters arising out of construction and engineering disputes over large, international energy and infrastructure projects, including megaprojects valued in the billions of dollars. He is intimately familiar with the technical and commercial aspects of these projects and routinely advises clients as project disputes arise, making him an effective and efficient advocate.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

International Arbitration: Counsel - USA - Nationwide

Band 5
Individual Editorial

David Kiefer is noted for his handling of commercial arbitrations, with particular expertise in large infrastructure and construction projects, notably those involving LNG.

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Strengths

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  • Dave Kiefer is a master of his domain in construction litigation and arbitration. There is very little he does not know and know immediately!

    International Arbitration: CounselChambers Guide to the USA

  • He's fantastic at cross-examination and understands construction very well - he's definitely well-versed in the subject.

    International Arbitration: CounselChambers Guide to the USA

  • David is an exceptional lawyer, drawing on years of prior litigation experience, common sense and pragmatic commercial sense. He is able to quickly assimilate information, and to advocate on the client's behalf without a long learning curve.

    International Arbitration: CounselChambers Guide to the USA

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