Atty. David A. Given
David A. Given is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, real estate and 2 other areas of law.
Labor and Employment & More Attorney · Serving Indianapolis, IN · 39+ Years Experience
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About David A. Given at a Glance
David A. Given is a Partner based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle Reath Llp. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1989), Indiana (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1991). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Illinois (A.B., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Indianapolis, Indiana State and American and Seventh Circuit Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Indiana CPA Society. Serves clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David A. Given
- David A. Given is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, real estate and 2 other areas of law
- David received a A.B. degree from University of Illinois in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- David practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Indianapolis, IN
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David A. Given's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David A. Given handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Indianapolis.
Employment Law in Indianapolis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David A. Given is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Indiana →
Real Estate Law in Indianapolis
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David A. Given is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →
Civil Litigation in Indianapolis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David A. Given is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Indiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Indianapolis
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Indianapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Indianapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Indianapolis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Indianapolis Choose David A. Given
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David A. Given's practice in the field of employment, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David A. Given brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, and Indiana, David A. Given can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, real estate, and litigation, David A. Given can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Indianapolis
A Indianapolis-based practice means David A. Given attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David A. Given Handles in Indianapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David A. Given has experience with under Indiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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