Atty. David J. Stein
David Stein is an experienced trial lawyer who represents clients across a wide range of industries in both employment and complex business litigation. He guides clients through the dispute resolution process, from pre-litigation counseling through federal or state court trial, as well as in arbitration.
Employment Litigation & Trials & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL
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About David J. Stein at a Glance
David J. Stein is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on employment, business, trade secrets, wage & hour, and litigation. Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 2011) and Washington University in St. Louis (A.B., 2007). Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, American Bar Association •Member, Chicago Bar Association, 2011-Present •Executive Council, Young Lawyers Section, 2013-2016 •Associate Board Member, Legal Prep Academy High School, 2013-2016. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David J. Stein
- David Stein is an experienced trial lawyer who represents clients across a wide range of industries in both employment and complex business litigation
- He guides clients through the dispute resolution process, from pre-litigation counseling through federal or state court trial, as well as in arbitration
- His employment litigation practice regularly sees clients call upon him to protect valuable corporate assets through the enforcement of restrictive covenants and the protection of trade secrets under both the Defend Trade Secrets Act and complimentary state trade secrets statutes
- David’s restrictive covenant practice also boasts significant experience both seeking and opposing emergency injunctive relief
- His employment litigation experience also includes significant experience defending class and collective actions filed under the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act
- He also defends businesses in actions alleging discrimination and retaliation under Title VII, the ADEA, the ADA and other federal and state statutes
- David’s business litigation practice centers on matters related to breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty (including director and officer liability, and partnership disputes), breach of warranty (including manufacturing and design defect product liability claims), defamation, common law and statutory fraud, tortious interference, and other business torts
- He also litigates intellectual property matters related to trade secrets, copyrights, and trademarks
- Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, Leading Lawyers, “Emerging Lawyers,” 2015-2026 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Illinois Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars,” 2014-2024 •Recipient, U.S
- District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, “Excellence in Pro Bono Service Award,” 2017 •Recipient, Chicago Bar Association, “Young Lawyers Section Milton H. Gray Award for Outstanding Project Leadership,” 2013-2014
Practice Areas Explained
David J. Stein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David J. Stein 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.
David J. Stein is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David J. Stein is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Trade Secrets in Chicago
David J. Stein is one of 6,604 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Illinois →
Wage & Hour Disputes in Chicago
David J. Stein is one of 4,887 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David J. Stein is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
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 J. Stein
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 J. Stein's practice in the field of employment, business, trade secrets, wage & hour, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and trade secrets, David J. Stein 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 J. Stein 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 J. Stein Handles in Chicago
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