David M. Wilson focuses his practice on international business matters with an emphasis on helping US companies do business in Brazil and Brazilian companies do business in the US. David has assisted companies in the manufacturing, financial services, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries with international joint ventures, import/export matters, sales and distribution agreements, output contracts, and lease agreements. Well-versed in working with businesses of all sizes, from small entrepreneurs to large entities, David also specializes in securing funding sources and developing contracts both in the US and internationally. Having worked closely with both startups and non-profits he understands the importance of access to capital. David is currently leveraging this experience as he works closely with legislators and leaders to improve the legal structure surrounding these issues.
David’s international experience is rooted in extensive economic and business education and international work while living in Brazil. He received his Juris Doctorate from the Moritz College of Law and completed his MBA at the Fisher College of Business. David’s business and legal skills are enhanced by more than a decade of experience working in financial services and real-estate and the wealth of strategic and tactical knowledge he developed during his eight years of service in the United States Army Special Operations Command. David joined the firm in 2011.
International Business
David brings cross-border experience to the firm and acts as both an in-house representative and as external counsel to businesses of all sizes – from solo entrepreneurs to large-scale entities.His experience includes legal matters involved with business formation and structuring, contract negotiation and drafting, regulatory compliance and preparation for US and foreign corporate filings. David is particularly versed in efficiently navigating Brazilian regulatory agencies including the International Trade Secretary (SECEX), the Federal Importer System (SICOMEX), the Brazilian Federal Internal Revenue Service (SRF), and the National Sanitary Vigilance Agency (ANVISA) – a division of the Brazilian ministry of health.
David M. Wilson focuses his practice on international business matters with an emphasis on helping US companies do business in Brazil and Brazilian companies do business in the US. David has assisted companies in the manufacturing, financial services, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries with international joint ventures, import/export matters, sales and distribution agreements, output contracts, and lease agreements. Well-versed in working with businesses of all sizes, from small entrepreneurs to large entities, David also specializes in securing funding sources and developing contracts both in the US and internationally. Having worked closely with both startups and non-profits he understands the importance of access to capital. David is currently leveraging this experience as he works closely with legislators and leaders to improve the legal structure surrounding these issues.
David’s international experience is rooted in extensive economic and business education and international work while living in Brazil. He received his Juris Doctorate from the Moritz College of Law and completed his MBA at the Fisher College of Business. David’s business and legal skills are enhanced by more than a decade of experience working in financial services and real-estate and the wealth of strategic and tactical knowledge he developed during his eight years of service in the United States Army Special Operations Command. David joined the firm in 2011.
International Business David brings cross-border experience to the firm and acts as both an in-house representative and as external counsel to businesses of all sizes – from solo entrepreneurs to large-scale entities.His experience includes legal matters involved with business formation and structuring, contract negotiation and drafting, regulatory compliance and preparation for US and foreign corporate filings. David is particularly versed in efficiently navigating Brazilian regulatory agencies including the International Trade Secretary (SECEX), the Federal Importer System (SICOMEX), the Brazilian Federal Internal Revenue Service (SRF), and the National Sanitary Vigilance Agency (ANVISA) – a division of the Brazilian ministry of health.
Career Highlights - David M. Wilson worked as a legal associate for Santos e Furriela Advogados in São Paulo, Brazil, working with documents and matters both in English and Portuguese.
- While in Brazil, David assisted a Midwest biotech company in the creation of a wholly owned Brazilian subsidiary. This resulted in the company successfully entering the Brazilian market with full manufacturing and distribution capabilities.
- Quickly rising to the rank of Staff Sergeant, SSG, in the United States Army Special Operations Command, Wilson served on more than 85 combat missions and completed more than 51 “Commander’s Emergency Response Programs” and projects. During his service in Afghanistan, David received the Army Commendation Medal with Combat Distinguished “V” device for Valor.
Professional Memberships - International Bar Association, Latin American Regional Forum Committee, member
- Ohio State Bar Association, International Law Committee, member
- Columbus Bar Association, member
- Columbus Council on World Affairs, member (2008 – present)
- The Economic and Community Development Institute (ECDI), committee member (2010 – present)
- Miami Valley International Trade Association (MVITA), member
- Ohio licensed REALTOR (inactive status)
Publications & Presentations - “Preparing for Success in Brazil, Colombia & Chile – Legal Perspectives,” Ohio Department of Development & Council of Great Lakes Governors Seminar, presented 2012
- “Doing Business with Brazil,” Frost Brown Todd seminar with Ambassador of Brazil Mauro Luiz Iecker Viera, expert panel participant 2011
- “Exporting Ohio to Latin America: A Brazilian Case Study,” Ohio Hispanic Business Summit, presented 2011
- Climate Change: The Real Threat to Delaware Corporate Law, Why Delaware Must Keep a Watchful Eye on the Content of Political Change in the Air, Entrepreneurial Business Law Journal, 2010
Bar Admissions Education - Juris Doctorate (2010)
The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
The Ohio State University Entrepreneurial Business Law Journal, associate editor - Master of Business Administration (2011)
The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business - Bachelor of Specialized Studies, Economic Political Theory (2003)
Ohio University