Atty. David Jacob Kaufman

Atty. David Jacob Kaufman

David Jacob Kaufman is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, discrimination, litigation. David received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About David Jacob Kaufman at a glance

David Jacob Kaufman is an Associate based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U (2004). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Georgetown University (B.A., 2000). Active member of Columbus and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Jacob Kaufman is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, discrimination, litigation
  • David received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • David practices at Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

David Jacob Kaufman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Jacob Kaufman 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.

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Civil Litigation

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

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Jacob Kaufman

Where is David Jacob Kaufman's law office located?
David Jacob Kaufman's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Jacob Kaufman handle?
David Jacob Kaufman focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has David Jacob Kaufman practiced law?
David Jacob Kaufman has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did David Jacob Kaufman go to law school?
David Jacob Kaufman earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact David Jacob Kaufman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 2004
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U
Admitted: 2004

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