About David B.
David B. Kempston earned his J.D. from the University of Minnesota Law School in 1992. He completed his legal training at a time of change in the profession, and he has spent the years since building a steady practice. The law degree anchors a career that now spans more than three decades.
Kempston’s early years in law followed his graduation at Minnesota. He has navigated the usual demands of practice: deadlines, filings, client meetings and the occasional courtroom appearance. Those experiences shaped a straightforward approach to legal work. He favors clarity in paperwork and direct communication with clients.
Over the years Kempston has remained connected to the local legal community. He is based at the Law Office of Thomas D. Mottaz, where he practices alongside other attorneys. That office serves as his professional home and the place where he meets and advises clients.
Colleagues describe Kempston as pragmatic. He adapts his work to the needs of each matter and the expectations of those he represents. His record reflects steady involvement in case preparation and client counseling rather than headline-grabbing litigation or academic publishing. He has accumulated practical knowledge about how cases move through the system and what clients need at each stage.
Outside the courtroom and the office, Kempston’s background in Minnesota law school informs his work. The curriculum he completed in 1992 emphasized both substantive doctrine and the mechanics of practice. That grounding is evident in how he organizes files, drafts documents and manages deadlines. It also informs how he explains legal options to people who are not lawyers.
For prospective clients, Kempston offers an experienced practitioner’s steadiness. He places emphasis on procedural accuracy and clear communication. He also values the long view—anticipating next steps rather than treating each matter in isolation. He remains active in everyday legal work at the Law Office of Thomas D. Mottaz. He currently practices at the Law Office of Thomas D. Mottaz.
