David A. Elliott
About David A. Elliott
David A. Elliott is a lawyer based in Birmingham, AL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. David A. Elliott is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Banking and Finance Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Financial Services Regulation Law
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Current Firm: Burr & Forman LLP
Education: Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1988 and University of Virginia, BA, graduated 1985
Location: Birmingham, AL
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