David Pruitt
About David Pruitt
David Pruitt is a lawyer based in Houston, TX and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. David Pruitt is recognized in the following practice area:
- Houston, Texas
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Gray Reed LLP
Education: University of Houston Law Center, J.D., graduated 2023
Location: Houston, TX
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