Atty. David Israel

Atty. David Israel

David Israel is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Corporate Compliance Law and Employment Law - Management. David, who practices law in Metairie, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2024.

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Profile Summary

About David Israel at a glance

David Israel is a employment, business, and litigation attorney based in Metairie, Louisiana, practicing at Sessions, Israel & Shartle. Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Serves clients in Metairie, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David Israel is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Corporate Compliance Law and Employment Law - Management
  • David, who practices law in Metairie, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2024
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

David Israel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Israel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David Israel is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David Israel is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David Israel is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Metairie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Israel

Where is David Israel's law office located?
David Israel's law practice is located in Metairie, Louisiana. The firm is Sessions, Israel & Shartle. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Israel handle?
David Israel focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
Where did David Israel go to law school?
David Israel earned their education at (J.D., 1980).
How can I contact David Israel for a consultation?
You can contact David Israel directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Israel received?
David Israel's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1980

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026

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