David M. Messer - Alpharetta, GA
Attorney at Briskin, Cross & Sanford, LLC
Commercial Litigation Lawyers in Alpharetta, GA
33 South Main Street Suite 300 Alpharetta, GA 30009
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- 1 Super Lawyers®
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26
Years
Experience
Alpharetta Commercial Litigation Lawyer
Updated: 03/12/2026
Areas of Practice
- Commercial Litigation
- Shareholder Litigation
- Trademark Litigation
- Contract Litigation
- Employment Litigation
- Commercial Collections
- Franchise Law
- Transportation Law
- Import/Export Law
- Corporate Law
- Restrictive Covenants
- Election Law
Attorney Information
Overview
David M. Messer is a Partner at Briskin, Cross & Sanford, LLC, bringing more than two decades of litigation and trial experience to the firm. Since joining the firm in 2007, David has built a reputation as a dynamic courtroom advocate and trusted advisor for companies, business owners, and executives across Georgia and Oklahoma.
David represents clients in a broad range of business and commercial disputes, with extensive experience in trials, appeals, mediation, and arbitration. His practice includes complex matters involving corporate and partnership disputes, high-value business litigation, oil and gas matters, homeowners’ association disputes, election challenges, and cases involving privately held and family-owned businesses. Clients value his strategic insight, steady demeanor, and ability to simplify complex issues to achieve efficient, favorable results.
Before relocating to Georgia, David practiced law in Oklahoma for six years, achieving both legally and socially significant courtroom victories and appellate results. In addition to his private practice, he served as Deputy General Counsel for Zynergy, Inc., where he advised on corporate and regulatory matters.
David is admitted to practice in Georgia and Oklahoma, as well as before the United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Georgia; the Northern and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma; and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals in Denver.
A graduate of the University of Tulsa College of Law (J.D., highest honors, 2000), David also holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Music. Since 2008, he has served as an Adjunct Professor at Reinhardt University, where he teaches business law and ethics. He is a frequent lecturer and advisor to churches and nonprofit organizations, combining his legal and leadership experience to support community initiatives.
Outside of his legal practice, David is an accomplished musician who enjoys playing piano and saxophone. He and his wife, Terri, reside in Johns Creek, Georgia.
Awards and Honors
Other Sources of Feedback About David M. Messer
Included on the 2026 Georgia Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Georgia Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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University of Tulsa College of Law,
Tulsa,
Oklahoma, 2000
J.D.
Honors: Highest Honors
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University of Tulsa College of Law,
Tulsa,
Oklahoma, 2000
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Non Legal Education
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Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
M.C.M. -
Free Will Baptist Bible College
B.S.
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Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner
Classes and Seminars
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Limited Liability Companies, National Business Institute, 2008 - 2009
- Helping Your Client Select the Best Entity Option, National Business Institute, 2009
Bar Admissions
- Georgia
- Oklahoma
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Georgia
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Georgia
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Georgia
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Oklahoma
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Oklahoma
- U.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit
Contact
33 South Main Street
Suite 300
Alpharetta, GA 30009
Phone: 770-609-4457
Fax: 770-410-3281
Email: Send a message
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