Atty. David A. Ball
Cohen and Wolf’s managing partner since 2010, David is recognized as one of the leading commercial litigators in the State of Connecticut by his peers and clients. He has been annually recognized in Chambers USA - America's Leading Lawyers for Business, where he has been praised by clients who state that "The quality of his work is superb, his analysis is thoughtful and he knows when to be diplomatic and when to fight." Commercial Litigation David has years of experience litigating business cases, including shareholder and partnership disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, securities fraud
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David A. Ball is a Principal based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, practicing at Cohen and Wolf, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on securities, litigation, and energy. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1991) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1992). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1991) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Bridgeport, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Cohen and Wolf’s managing partner since 2010, David is recognized as one of the leading commercial litigators in the State of Connecticut by his peers and clients
- He has been annually recognized in Chambers USA - America's Leading Lawyers for Business, where he has been praised by clients who state that "The quality of his work is superb, his analysis is thoughtful and he knows when to be diplomatic and when to fight
- Commercial Litigation David has years of experience litigating business cases, including shareholder and partnership disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, securities fraud actions, and “bet the company” litigation
- He practices in federal and state courts in Connecticut and handles FINRA and AAA arbitrations
- David frequently serves as lead and local counsel on complex litigation matters, including some of the largest cases in the State
- Energy-Related Litigation David litigates before state agencies including the Connecticut Siting Council, where he has served as lead counsel representing Connecticut municipalities in connection with numerous controversial applications by Eversource to construct high-powered transmission lines
- Through his years of experience handling these disputes, David is adept at delving into the complexities of power line engineering, and fighting for the rights of Connecticut’s towns and cities
- David also appears before the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority on energy-related matters
- Real Estate Title Claims David prosecutes and defends real estate title disputes throughout the State of Connecticut, including claims of adverse possession, quiet title, prescriptive easement, and reformation of real estate instruments
- A seasoned trial lawyer with decades of courtroom experience, David prides himself on being a zealous advocate for his clients, willing to try cases to conclusion, while always giving practical advice and guiding clients to achieve the best possible settlements where appropriate
- CREDENTIALS HONORS & AWARDS Benchmark Litigation, General Commercial Litigation, Local Litigation Star, 2011-2019 Best Lawyers in America®, Commercial Litigation, 2013-2020 Chambers USA, General Commercial Litigation, 2009-2018 Martindale-Hubbell®, AV® Preeminent™ Peer Rating Super Lawyers®, Business Litigation, 2011- 2019 Super Lawyers®, Top 50 Connecticut Super Lawyers, 2014-2019 Super Lawyers®, Top 100 New England Super Lawyers, 2015-2019 Federation for Jewish Philanthropy Community Leadership Honoree, 2019 ADL’s Distinguished Community Leadership Award, 2013 A.O
- Samuels Leadership Award, 2012 ADL's Daniel R. Ginsberg Leadership Award, 2007 SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS • Advisory and Consulting Forum, Litigation Panel 10.2019 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Anti-Defamation League • Regional Board & Executive Committee Member • Past Chair of Connecticut Civil Rights Committee Federation for Jewish Philanthropy • Past Chair of Allocations Committee • Past Chair of Community Relations Committee PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS American Bar Association Connecticut Bar Association Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association Greater Bridgeport Bar Association • Business Law Section Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
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Why local counsel matters in Connecticut
Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bridgeport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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