David A. Toy

Dave's practice uniquely combines his transactional skill set with proficiency in technology and intellectual property. In addition, he has broad experience with general commercial issues. Whether tackling the entire deal or just the technology, intellectual property, or commercial issues in a larger project, Dave can get the deal done efficiently and effectively.

Dave's deep experience negotiating deals from both buyer and vendor perspectives, domestically and internationally, and with clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies provides invaluable background for a range of negotiating positions and counterproposals. He has an industry "agnostic" practice, given his extensive dealings in computers and Internet, sports and entertainment, health care, food and beverage, telecommunications, and energy sectors, among other industries. He can advise on what positions are "market" in any deal and develop different resolutions to fit specific client needs.

Dave especially enjoys the negotiating process. He excels in responding to concerns raised by opposing parties and offering innovative solutions.

Before he became a lawyer, Dave was a seasoned journalist. His background in writing translates effectively into his practice. He has particular proficiency in writing or revising a contract to clearly and efficiently reflect a business deal. Dave is skilled at taking a measured approach when reviewing a counterparty's documents, effectively identifying and addressing material issues without getting bogged down in over-drafting.

Dave has a demonstrated commitment to the local start-up and entrepreneurial community. For over a decade, he's been a clinical adviser to the Entrepreneurial Law Clinic at the University of Colorado Law School and assists law students who represent start-up companies.