How much does it cost to hire David for a general case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does David offer a free consultation?

David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

How long do general cases in Massachusetts typically take?

Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can David take my case if I'm outside Boston?

David is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is David accepting new general clients right now?

David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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David C. Strouss, General Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratThornton Law Firm LLP

Boston, MA

Practicing general in Boston since 1985.

41+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 1 client review
2: Bar admissions

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David C. Strouss is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury. David has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thornton Law Firm LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in: Boston, MA
Experience: over 41 years
Known for: General · Litigation · Personal Injury

Handles General, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Boston, MA.
Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by David C. Strouss

David concentrates on general, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Boston, Massachusetts

David takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Boston, Massachusetts

David takes litigation matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Boston, Massachusetts

David takes personal injury matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

About David C. Strouss — Over 41 years of Massachusetts general experience

David Strouss is a Thornton Law Firm partner. He has been a member of the Massachusetts Bar since 1985. Mr. Strouss is an honors graduate of Brown University and a graduate of Northeastern University School of Law. He is a member of the Massachusetts and Boston Bar Associations, the American Association for Justice, and the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Lawyers. Mr. Strouss was Special Assistant Attorney General representing the Commonwealth from 1995 through 1999 in the Tobacco Litigation.

He heads the firm’s birth defect litigation involving catastrophic birth defects from parental exposure in occupations such as semiconductor manufacturing and agriculture. Mr Strouss prosecuted and successfully resolved some of the country’s first cases involving birth defects caused by glycol ethers and other solvent exposures in the semiconductor industry. He currently represents over 150 plaintiffs with birth defects in the United States and South America due to parental occupational and environment exposures. Mr. Strouss has also litigated cases involving cancer arising from exposure to benzene, solvents and other hazardous chemicals, environmental property damage cases and pharmaceutical drug and medical device cases including Fen-Phen and Vioxx.

In 2021 he was named to the Best Lawyers in America list for Personal Injury – Plaintiffs. He was named Environmental Litigation (Toxic) Lawyer of the Year in 2017 by Lawyer Monthly magazine. The National Trial Lawyers named him one of the Top 100 Civil Trial Lawyers in Massachusetts. The American Lawyer selected him as a 2019 Top Rated Lawyer in Mass Tort Law. He was selected as one of New England’s Top Rated Lawyers by ALM Media and Martindale-Hubbell™ in 2020 and 2021.

David's approach to general cases

Clients David works with

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, litigation, and personal injury matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

David C. Strouss's legal education and bar admissions

Northeastern University
J.D. · 1985
Brown University
B.A. · 1978

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

U.S. District Court,
1986 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1985 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in Northeastern University and B.A. in Brown University.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in Northeastern University and B.A. in Brown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of David C. Strouss

David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

David's professional memberships and bar associations

Boston Bar Association Massachusetts Bar Associations The American Association for Justice Massachusetts Academy of Trial Lawyers
membership

Locations

David C. Strouss's office in Boston

David's primary office is at 84 State Street, 4th Floor, Boston, MA, 02109. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Thornton Law Firm LLP

84 State Street, 4th Floor

Boston, MA 02109

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Client feedback

Client reviews of David C. Strouss — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Boston.

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Hiring guide

How to hire David C. Strouss — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David C. Strouss

How much does it cost to hire David for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Boston?
David is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new general clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

General attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts

David handles general matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.

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