Civil litigation and commercial law — from contract disputes and real estate to privacy, defamation, social media, and cryptocurrency. Admitted by the Oregon State Bar. J.D., NYU School of Law.
Practice Areas
Commercial Disputes & Contract Litigation
Representation in breach of contract claims, business torts, partnership disputes, and general commercial litigation. Whether an agreement was broken, a business relationship has failed, or a counterparty refuses to perform, civil litigation can enforce what was promised or obtain compensation for what was lost.
Real Estate Disputes
Claims arising from property purchases and sales, title defects, boundary and easement disputes, landlord-tenant matters, and real estate contracts that have gone wrong. Representation for buyers, sellers, owners, developers, and lenders with real property at stake.
Privacy Torts
Claims for publication of private facts, false light invasion of privacy, and intrusion upon seclusion. The internet has made privacy violations both more common and more damaging — these claims can provide meaningful relief against individuals, media organizations, and online platforms alike.
Intentional Interference with Economic Relations
Claims against third parties who wrongfully interfere with a contract, business relationship, or prospective economic advantage. These claims often run alongside breach of contract claims and can reach parties who caused a breach but are not themselves bound by the underlying agreement.
Defamation
Representation for individuals and businesses harmed by false statements of fact — in print, online, and in broadcast. This includes libel, slander, and trade libel. Online defamation presents particular challenges in identifying defendants and preserving evidence before it disappears.
Trusts, Estates & Estate Planning
Planning and administration of trusts and estates, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents. Thoughtful planning protects assets, minimizes tax exposure, and ensures that what you have built passes clearly to those you intend.
Tax Matters
Legal guidance on federal and state tax issues, including planning, structuring of transactions, and dispute resolution in connection with tax obligations.
Social Media & Influencer Disputes
Contract disputes between creators and brands, management companies, agencies, and platforms. Influencer agreements, content licensing, brand deal enforcement, and platform account disputes. Few attorneys have real experience with both the contract law and the platform dynamics involved.
FINRA Arbitration
Representation of investors in FINRA arbitration against brokers and registered investment advisers for misconduct, unsuitable investment recommendations, churning, unauthorized trading, and failure to supervise. FINRA arbitration is the mandatory dispute resolution forum for most investor claims against broker-dealers.
Cryptocurrency & Digital Asset Disputes
Claims involving cryptocurrency exchanges, token sales, DeFi protocols, NFTs, and other digital assets — including fraud claims, contract disputes, and exchange insolvency matters. UCC Article 12, Oregon DFR oversight, and applicable federal securities and commodities law all bear on these cases depending on the facts.
Internet Law
Disputes arising from online activity — platform terms of service violations, account access and termination disputes, Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) claims, Section 230 immunity questions, and online harassment claims.
Common Questions
Is David Brunk a licensed attorney?
Yes. David Brunk is admitted to practice law by the Oregon State Bar. He handles matters in Oregon and, with appropriate co-counsel, in other jurisdictions.
Does David Brunk handle commercial and contract disputes?
Yes. Commercial litigation and contract disputes are a core part of his practice — breach of contract, business torts, partnership disputes, and related commercial claims.
Does David Brunk handle real estate disputes?
Yes. He handles real estate litigation including purchase and sale disputes, title issues, boundary and easement claims, landlord-tenant matters, and related property claims.
Does David Brunk handle defamation and privacy cases?
Yes. He handles defamation (libel and slander), privacy torts including publication of private facts and false light, and intentional interference with economic relations.
Does David Brunk handle trusts, estates, and tax?
Yes. Trust and estate planning, estate administration, and tax matters are part of his practice.
Does David Brunk handle cryptocurrency and digital asset disputes?
Yes. He handles cryptocurrency and digital asset disputes including token disputes, exchange claims, crypto fraud, DeFi-related litigation, UCC Article 12 issues, and Oregon DFR matters.
Does David Brunk handle social media and influencer disputes?
Yes. Social media law, influencer contract disputes, content creator platform claims, and online defamation are all areas he handles.
Does David Brunk handle FINRA arbitration?
Yes. He handles FINRA arbitration claims for broker misconduct, unsuitable investment recommendations, and registered investment adviser disputes.
Does David Brunk speak Spanish?
Yes. He speaks Spanish fluently in addition to English natively.
How do I get in touch?
Email: david@newmanbrunk.com · Website: newmanbrunk.com