David A. McCarville is a Director at Fennemore, specializing in business and finance law. He delivers innovative solutions in transactional matters, corporate governance, due diligence, and succession planning, assisting clients in achieving their strategic objectives. With extensive experience advising entrepreneurs, in house counsel, and family-owned businesses across various industries, David addresses complex challenges to optimize operations. As Chair of Fennemore Labs, the firm's technology committee, he leads initiatives to integrate advanced legal technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, into legal practice, resulting in reduced client costs and expedited transactions. David also counsels clients on adopting AI and digital asset solutions in a regulatory-compliant manner to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation. His expertise extends to blockchain and cryptocurrency, where he navigates the complexities of digital assets and smart contracts to improve efficiency and transparency. A recognized thought leader at the intersection of technology and law, David frequently presents on topics such as AI, blockchain, and smart contracts at industry conferences and academic institutions. He is licensed to practice law in Arizona and Massachusetts and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®. In addition to his legal practice, David serves as an adjunct professor at Arizona State University's Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, teaching a course on blockchain and cryptocurrency law and policy since 2018.