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David ViensConstruction Development Attorney in Boston, MA
Law Offices of David Viens | Bowditch & Dewey
Construction DevelopmentContract DisputesEmployment LawEmployment LitigationFinancial Institutions
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Contact
Email
Phone
(508) 205-1844
Address
One International Place, Boston, MA, 02110, US
Professional
About
David Viens is a seasoned attorney based in Boston, MA, specializing in a wide range of legal areas, including Employment Law, Employment Litigation, Financial Institutions, General Practice, Hospitality, Insurance, Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Transportation. As a principal at the Law Offices of David Viens, in collaboration with Bowditch & Dewey, he brings a wealth of experience in business and commercial litigation, as well as tort defense. David has a robust track record representing a diverse clientele in complex business disputes and high-stakes tort matters. His extensive experience in the hospitality industry is particularly noteworthy, where he provides legal counsel to national hotel chains, convention centers, sporting arenas, and various event and entertainment venues. His litigation expertise encompasses general contract disputes, close-corporation shareholder and partnership disputes, construction litigation, real estate litigation, and employment-related issues. In addition, David is adept at navigating the intricacies of insurance litigation and cases involving financial institutions and professionals. He also defends corporate clients and large property owners in tort matters, including premises and product liability actions, negligence claims, and wrongful death cases. His involvement spans high-exposure cases, including those under G.L. Chapter 93A and catastrophic injury claims. Throughout his career, David has successfully tried numerous cases as both first and second chair in the Massachusetts Superior and District Courts. He has appeared in every state and federal court department in Massachusetts and has made successful arguments before the Massachusetts Appeals Court and the Supreme Judicial Court. Notable cases include Fillepp v. Boston Gas Company, Inc., 85 Mass. App. Ct. 901 (2014), and Lev v. Beverly Enterprises-Massachusetts, Inc., 457 Mass. 234 (2010). With his comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape and a client-focused approach, David Viens is a trusted advocate for individuals and businesses navigating the complexities of the law in Massachusetts.
About Construction Development Law
Construction attorneys handle legal matters in the building industry including contracts, disputes, liens, and regulatory compliance. Common matters include construction contracts, mechanic's liens, defect claims, delay disputes.
Credentials
Education
2005 Suffolk University Law School JD - Juris Doctor 2000 University of Rochester BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2015 Massachusetts Super Lawyer Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers 2005 Leo J. Wyman Memorial Fund Award, Suffolk University Law School 2004 Legal Fraternity Professional Responsibility Award, Phi Delta Phi 2003 Finalist, Law Review Best Summer Submission Competition, Suffolk University Law School 2003 Winner of the Second Year Mock Trial Competition, Suffolk University Law School
Publications
2007 Massachusetts Bar Association Civil Litigation and Surveillance: Practical Considerations for Civil Litigators 2005 Suffolk University Law Review Countdown to Injustice: The Irrational Application of Criminal Statutes of Limitations to Sexual Offenses Against Children 2005 Suffolk University Law Review Say No More: Police Coercion of Self-Incriminating Statements Alone Not Violative of Self-Incrimination Clause—Chavez v. Martinez
Associations
Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association Member Defense Research Institute, Retail and Hospitality Committee Member Defense Research Institute, Commercial Litigation Committee Member Massachusetts Restaurant Association Business Partner Worcester County Bar Association Member
Speaking
2016 Friday Fundamentals Drafting Complaints and Answers
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Updated: Nov 10, 2026