David represents companies and individuals in complex litigation and in matters involving the protection and enforcement of intellectual property. David’s litigation practice has spanned a broad range of issues, including shareholder oppression and squeeze-out; patent, trademark, and copyright infringement; trade secret misappropriation; real estate; contract disputes; drug and medical device defense; financial services and mortgage litigation; and product liability. He has appeared in State and Federal courts throughout Alabama and across the United States.
In addition to his litigation practice, David advises clients in all aspects of intellectual property law. As a registered U.S. Patent Attorney, he routinely assists clients in the identification, protection, and enforcement of their valuable intellectual property rights and has experience counseling clients in areas including patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, and computer technology issues.
Education
- University of Alabama School of Law, J.D., 2010, summa cum laude; Dean M. Leigh Harrison Scholar; Alabama Law Review, Editor in Chief, vol. 61; Hugo Black Scholar; Order of the Coif
- University of Alabama, M.S., Chemical Engineering, 2009
- University of Alabama, B.S., Chemical Engineering, 2007, summa cum laude; Computer Based Honors Program; Omega Chi Epsilon Chemical Engineering Honor Society; Tau Beta Pi; Omicron Delta Kappa
Professional & Community Activities
- Defense Research Institute
- Commercial Litigation Committee, 2014-2015
- Young Lawyers Committee Liaison and Mentoring Subcommittee, 2014-2015
- The University of Alabama, Department of Chemical Engineering Advisory Board, President
- American Institute of Chemical Engineers, Chemical Engineering and the Law Forum, Vice President, 2019; Secretary, 2016-2018
- Madison County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Executive Board, 2014–2015
- Madison County Volunteer Lawyers Program, Executive Board, President-Elect, 2019; Board Member, 2016-present
- Leadership Huntsville/Madison County, Focus, Connect, and Management Academy Programs and Program Volunteer
- American Bar Association
- Alabama State Bar, Leadership Forum, 2016
Contact InformationDavid W. Holt
Partner I Loftin Holt, LLP
david@loftinholt.com
256.929.7994