David M. Villadolid, Business Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
ShareholderatBurch Cracchiolo P A
Phoenix, AZ
Practicing business in Phoenix since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 5
- Bar admissions
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David M. Villadolid is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. David has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burch Cracchiolo P A. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Phoenix, AZ
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Business · Civil Rights · Employment
- Handles Business, Civil Rights, and Employment matters from Phoenix, AZ.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David M. Villadolid: David M. Villadolid is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. David has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burch Cracchiolo P A. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David M. Villadolid
David concentrates on business, civil rights, employment, employment contracts, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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Employment Contracts
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Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona
David takes business matters in Phoenix, Arizona. 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.
Civil Rights cases in Phoenix, Arizona
David takes civil rights matters in Phoenix, Arizona. 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.
Employment cases in Phoenix, Arizona
David takes employment matters in Phoenix, Arizona. 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.
Employment Contracts cases in Phoenix, Arizona
David takes employment contracts matters in Phoenix, Arizona. 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.
General cases in Phoenix, Arizona
David takes general matters in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 M. Villadolid — Over 43 years of Arizona business experience
David M. Villadolid is a shareholder based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. David has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burch Cracchiolo P A. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Joined Burch & Cracchiolo in 1987
David Villadolid is an AV® Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 peer review rated attorney in Martindale-Hubbell and the senior partner in the firm's Employment Law section. David advises management and executives on a variety of employment issues including compliance with state and federal employment laws and regulations; recruiting, hiring, discipline and termination of employees; restrictive covenants; severance agreements; reductions in force; structuring the workforce (including the use of independent contractors and leased, part-time and temporary employees); executive compensation; and the defense of discrimination and retaliation claims before the EEOC and other agencies and tribunals.
In his 28 years of legal practice, David has represented many different kinds of privately owned businesses from entrepreneurial start ups to assisting a statewide heavy equipment dealer transition to the third generation of family ownership. David's experience includes the formation of minority owned businesses, succession planning, the sale, merger or acquisition of the business and many other aspects of business matters and agreements. David has advocated on behalf of business clients in a broad range of litigation disputes, representing clients before state and federal courts, but he prefers to resolve issues and avoid litigation if possible.
David currently serves as the Chair of the Labor & Employment Law Section of International Society of Primerus Law Firms, Ltd. ("Primerus"), a global organization of independent boutique law firms with 170 member firms in 120 cities. David also serves on the Quality Control Assurance Committee established by the Leadership Council of Primerus and has lectured frequently on employment law issues for the Maricopa County Bar Association (MCBA) and for other associations, employers and private companies. David is a founding director and former president of the Labor & Employment Law Section of the MCBA.
Honors & Awards
Selected, 2012 Southwest Super Lawyers
President's Club Award, Brophy College Preparatory, 2009
Ranked AV® Preeminent™ 5.0 out of 5
Representative Engagements
Defense of EEOC charges and wrongful termination litigation alleging discrimination on the basis of age, sex, gender, national origin and/or violations of Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FMLA and COBRA.
Negotiation and drafting of executive employment and independent contractor agreements, severance agreements, restrictive covenants and other contracts.
Negotiated and drafted terms of executive employment agreements in connection with $27 million dollar sale of multi-state business to publicly traded company.
Ended stalemate between business owners which ultimately resulted in negotiation of terms of severance package for founder of business
Represented 50% owner in successfully defending takeover attempts and then negotiating purchase of entire ownership interest of international business
Advising and training management and human resources departments with regard to employee policies, discipline, termination, reductions in force
Professional Leadership
Chair, Labor & Employment Practice Group, International Society of Primerus Law Firms, Ltd. 2010-present
Member, Quality Assurance Committee, International Society of Primerus Law Firms, Ltd., 2011-present
Chair, Employment Law Section, Maricopa County Bar Association 2000 to 2008
Director, Employment Law Section, Maricopa County Bar Association 2000 to present
Professional Affiliations
State Bar of Arizona
American Bar Association
Connecticut Bar Association
New York State Bar Association
Community Involvement
Resource Member to the Board of Regents, Brophy College Preparatory, 1996 to present
General Counsel, Desert View Learning Center, 2003 to present
Director, Desert View Learning Center, 1998 to 2003
How David handles business matters
Joined Burch & Cracchiolo in 1987 David Villadolid is an AV® Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 peer review rated attorney in Martindale-Hubbell and the senior partner in the firm's Employment Law section. David advises management and executives on a variety of employment issues including compliance with state and federal employment laws and regulations; recruiting, hiring, discipline and termination of…
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and employment matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
David M. Villadolid's legal education and bar admissions
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D. · 1982
Dartmouth College
A.B. · 1977
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Arizona
1987 · ACTIVE
Florida (retired)
1987 · ACTIVE
Connecticut (inactiv
1987 · ACTIVE
New Jersey (retired)
1984 · ACTIVE
New York (Inactive)
1983 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and A.B. in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and A.B. in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of David M. Villadolid
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
David M. Villadolid's office in Phoenix
David's primary office is at 1850 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1700, Phoenix, AZ, 85014. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Burch Cracchiolo P A
1850 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1700
Phoenix, AZ 85014
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Client reviews of David M. Villadolid — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
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 business attorneys in Phoenix.
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How to hire David M. Villadolid — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 business attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David M. Villadolid
How much does it cost to hire David for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple business 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 Phoenix?
David is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona 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 business 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
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