David T. Dave Dekker

Construction Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Washington, District of Columbia

44+ years experience

Pillsbury

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

202-663-8000

https://www.pillsburylaw.com/en/lawyers/david-dekker.html

1200 Seventeenth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036

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Bio

David T. Dekker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction.David T., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. David T. Dekker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction.David T., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. David T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Construction Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Construction Law, Washington, DC (2016)
Recognized: Construction Law
Recognized: Litigation - Construction
Practice Area: Insurance Law
Special Focus: Insurance Coverage

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010

Education

Cornell University, J.D., graduated 1981

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Reviews

Mark Young

3 months ago

A Master of Construction Law with Unmatched Experience

Our company faced a complex, multi-million dollar dispute with a general contractor over significant project delays and defective work. The situation was dire, threatening both our finances and reputation. From our first consultation, David Dekker demonstrated why he has been a cornerstone in this field for over four decades. His deep, practical knowledge of construction law, honed since his graduation from Cornell Law in 1981, was immediately evident. He didn't just recite legal principles; he dissected the technical specifications and contract language with the precision of a seasoned project manager. David's strategic approach was calm, methodical, and utterly formidable. He leveraged his extensive litigation background to build an unassailable position, which ultimately compelled the other party to settle on highly favorable terms for us well before a costly trial. His recognition as 'Lawyer of the Year' in Construction Law is clearly well-deserved. Beyond his expertise, David's professionalism and direct communication from his Pillsbury office provided immense reassurance throughout a stressful period. We secured an outstanding outcome because we had the best possible counsel. I cannot recommend David T. Dekker highly enough for any serious construction or commercial legal matter.