Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020 
David M. Grill focuses his practice on representing major real estate owners, developers, and contractors in complex commercial, construction, surety, lien law, and property litigation. Based in New York, New York, David has more than 20 years of experience handling matters involving Construction Law and Litigation – Construction on behalf of clients throughout the region. As an attorney with Rivkin Radler LLP, he has litigated and arbitrated hundreds of real property and construction-related disputes across state and federal forums.
David regularly represents clients across the full construction chain, including owners, developers, general contractors, trade contractors, and suppliers. His work frequently involves construction defect claims, contract disputes, delay claims, payment issues, and risk allocation matters arising from New York construction projects. He is well versed in the statutory and regulatory framework governing the New York real estate and construction industry and applies this knowledge in developing practical litigation strategies tailored to each matter.
In addition to his litigation practice, David has significant experience negotiating and drafting construction and design agreements for projects of varying size and complexity, from large commercial developments to residential construction. His transactional work is informed by his litigation background, allowing him to address potential issues at the contract stage.
David also advises building owners on all aspects of the residential and commercial landlord-tenant relationship and represents them in related litigation. His clients include commercial and residential real estate companies, asset and portfolio managers, landlords, commercial tenants, developers, and property management companies operating in New York.
David is a member of Rivkin Radler LLP’s Management Committee.
Outside the office, David enjoys basketball, softball, and other competitive sports.
