David Lutz's practice has been devoted to complex civil litigation for over 23 years, primarily defending manufacturers in product liability litigation and representing defendants in commercial litigation. David has defended asbestos and silica litigation on behalf of over a dozen clients in multiple jurisdictions, including serving as regional and national counsel. He coordinates and manages all asbestos and silica litigation handled by the Minneapolis office. David also has experience in drug and medical device litigation.
David has represented some of the world’s largest product manufacturers in cases across the country including motor vehicles, farm equipment, heavy industrial equipment, paint equipment, computer equipment, playground equipment, medical devices and all-terrain vehicles. He has also represented shareholders in close corporations and manufacturers in cases brought by terminated sales representatives, dealers and franchisees.
David is a Qualified Neutral under Rule 114 of the General Rules of Practice and is listed on the Facilitative / Hybrid Minnesota Statewide ADR-Rule 114 Neutrals Roster.