Partner
David Sterling focuses on business litigation, commercial litigation, construction law, civil practice, contract litigation, and general corporate matters. David represents business clients of all sizes, including corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, sole proprietorships and individuals in litigation. David has a distinguished history in litigation in both state and federal courts. He offers clients a wealth of experience, as well as innovative and bold solutions, in diverse business litigation.
David can be reached by phone at the number above or by email at:
dwsterling@coxandsterling.com.
Practice Highlights
- Provides broad variety of legal services to major corporations including litigation in state and federal court.
- Represents clients, as plaintiff or defendant, in all aspects of actions regarding business torts, such as breach of contract, fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, and many other business-related legal problems.
Professional and Community Activities
American Bar Association
Standing Committee on Gavel Awards, 2009-present
Segment Value Membership Initiative, 2008-present
House of Delegates, 2005-08
Nominating Committee, 2005-08
Section of Litigation, 2001-present
Co-Chair, First Chair Press, 2008-present
Executive Council, 2006-08
General Practice, Solo & Small Firm Division, 2002-present
Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section, 2003-present
Section of Business Law, 2003-present
Young Lawyers Division
Council, 2001-03, 2004-08
Constitutional Representative, 2005-08
Communication Director, 2004-05
District Representative-Arkansas & Oklahoma, 2001-03
Chief Justice, Awards & Subgrants Team, 2003-04
Litigation Committee, 2003-08
Ethics and Professional Committee, 2002-05
Business Law Committee, 2002-05
Affiliate Assistance Team, 2002-03
Arkansas Bar Association
House of Delegates, 2001-07
Young Lawyers Section
Co-Chair, ABA YLD Regional Conference Planning Committee, 2005
Executive Council, 1998-99, 2001-05
Central District Representative, 2001-05
Southern District Representative, 1998-99
Pulaski County Bar Association
Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity
Christian Legal Society
Arkansas Association of Defense Counsel
Arkansas Bar Foundation
Henry Woods Inn of the Court, Barrister, 2004-present
William R. Overton Inn of the Court, 2000-04
UALR Law School Alumni Association
President, 2008-present
Executive Board, 2006-2008
Board of Directors, 1995-present
Professional Recognition
Frank C. Elcan Leadership Award, Arkansas Bar Association, 2005
Arkansas Bar Association YLS Chair’s Distinguished Service Award, 2004
Arkansas Bar Association YLD “Star of the Quarter,” Fall 2002
Education
J.D., University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law, 1997
M.A., Public Administration, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 1994
B.A., Speech Communications, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 1992