David is a full-service attorney with more than 20 years’ experience representing clients in a wide range of matters, such as contracts, patents, trademarks, trade secrets, false advertising, unfair competition, antitrust, and compliance. Representative technologies David has handled include life sciences, reproductive services, immunology, biologics, pharmaceuticals, plastics, medical devices, financial services, and compliance.
David serves as lead trial counsel for clients in federal district courts throughout the United States, as well as in contested cases before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. He is also an experienced appellate advocate, arguing multiple cases before the Federal Circuit and the Patent and Trial Board.
Additionally, David manages his clients’ international IP portfolios, overseeing the prosecution, licensing, and enforcement of hundreds of patents and trademarks, and providing clearance opinions and conducting IP due diligence.
David also devotes a substantial amount of time to pro bono work, focusing on Atlanta-based nonprofits. In 2021, he helped secure an inmate’s compassionate release from prison.
A noted thought leader, David has authored dozens of articles, provided commentary in leading business publications, and given numerous presentations on legal writing and IP issues.
David is also an avid backpacker, having hiked various sections of the Appalachian, Bartram, and Benton McKaye trails.
Professional and Community Involvement
Board Member, Georgia Lawyers for the Arts, 2020 - present
Member, Atlanta Bar Association
Member, The Humane Society
Member, World Wildlife Fund
Member, Animal Legal Defense Fund
Member, Appalachian Trail Conservatory
Honors
The Best Lawyers in America, 2024-2025
Georgia Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2013-2016
Daily Report, Rising Legal Star Under 40, 2014