David is a member of the firm’s Labor and Employment Group. David represents employers in complex litigation and arbitration concerning both federal and state labor and employment laws, including claims of discrimination, retaliation, wrongful discharge, and breach of contract. David’s deep experience as a trial lawyer has served his clients well in litigation before numerous civil and administrative tribunals. In addition to his litigation practice, David advises clients on the labor and employment aspects of corporate transactions.
Experience
Representative matters
Representative matters
Obtained summary judgment for airline in lawsuit alleging violations of the FMLA, ADA and ADEA (United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois 2023)
Obtained summary judgment for airline in lawsuit alleging violations of the FMLA, ADA and ADEA (United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois 2023)
Recognitions
- Ranked in Chambers USA for Illinois Healthcare: Pharmaceutical / Medical Products Regulatory, 2022-2023
Credentials
Education
Education
- George Mason University School of Law, 2012, J.D., magna cum laude; Senior Notes Editor – George Mason University Civil Rights Law Journal; Writing Fellow
- Haverford College, 2008, B.A., cum laude
Professional admissions & qualifications
Professional admissions & qualifications
- Illinois
Court admissions
Court admissions
- U.S. District Court - Northern District of Illinois
- U.S. District Court - Northern District of Illinois Trial Bar
Professional affiliations
Professional affiliations
- Chicago Bar Association
- Legal Prep Charter Academy, Associate Board Member
Clerkships
Clerkships
- Circuit Court - Cook County, Chancery Division, Honorable Thomas R. Allen