About David
David Small practices law in both Connecticut and Texas and is a member of Kilgore, Shelton & Small, PLLC. He works across two state bar admissions and maintains an active practice that serves clients whose matters cross state lines. Colleagues describe him as methodical and steady; clients value clear explanations and practical next steps.
After completing his legal education, he entered private practice and spent the early years building courtroom and transactional experience. He has handled matters in state courthouses and in administrative settings. Over time he broadened his practice to address matters that require coordinated attention in more than one jurisdiction. Those years shaped a practice style that balances litigation readiness with practical problem solving.
His career includes extended periods representing individuals and businesses. He has counseled clients on compliance matters and negotiated settlements where that approach served clients’ interests. He also has prepared pleadings and handled pretrial work. When cases required it, he took them to court and managed litigation through trial preparation stages.
Small’s work crosses substantive lines. He regularly assesses risk and advises clients on procedural strategy. He spends time reviewing facts, organizing evidence, and mapping out timelines. He places emphasis on clear communication with clients so they understand options and likely outcomes. He makes decisions about escalation or settlement based on the facts and the client’s objectives.
Within the office, he is known for mentoring junior lawyers and steering complex matters that touch both Connecticut and Texas law. He coordinates experts and outside counsel when specialist input is needed. That coordination helps keep matters moving and reduces duplication of effort for clients who face legal issues in multiple venues.
Outside litigation and negotiations, he handles transactional and regulatory work that benefits from having a presence in two states. He monitors filing deadlines and jurisdictional requirements so clients avoid procedural pitfalls. He also prepares business clients for common legal risks tied to operations in Connecticut and Texas.
At Kilgore, Shelton & Small, PLLC he maintains an active caseload and continues to represent clients in both states. His current practice focuses on serving clients whose matters require counsel admitted in Connecticut and Texas.
