Atty. David Ernest Morrison
David Ernest Morrison is a lawyer practicing commercial, general practice, general commercial litigation and 10 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 33+ Years Experience
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About David Ernest Morrison at a Glance
David Ernest Morrison is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Goldberg Kohn, Ltd.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, trade secrets, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1993), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan and Northern District of Illinois including Trial (1998), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2000). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1993) and Indiana University (B.A. Political, 1990). Active member of Chicago Bar Association Chicago Council of Lawyers. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Ernest Morrison
- David Ernest Morrison is a lawyer practicing commercial, general practice, general commercial litigation and 10 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
- David practices at Goldberg Kohn, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
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David Ernest Morrison's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Ernest Morrison handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Chicago
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Trade Secrets in Chicago
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Employment Contracts in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose David Ernest Morrison
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 Ernest Morrison's practice in the field of employment, business, class action, trade secrets, and employment contracts.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Ernest Morrison brings 33+ 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 Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan and Northern District of Illinois including Trial , David Ernest Morrison can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and class action, David Ernest Morrison can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means David Ernest Morrison attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Ernest Morrison Handles in Chicago
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