Atty. David John McLean
David John McLean is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, securities & investment fraud, white collar crime and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Employment & Labor & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 44+ Years Experience
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About David John McLean at a Glance
David John McLean is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, white collar, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1982), District of Columbia (1991), New York (2004), and New Jersey (2004). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1982) and Washington & Lee University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David John McLean
- David John McLean is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, securities & investment fraud, white collar crime and 5 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
- David practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in New York, NY and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
David John McLean's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David John McLean handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Intellectual Property in New York
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David John McLean is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in New York →
White Collar Crimes in New York
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Securities Law in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose David John McLean
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 John McLean's practice in the field of employment, ip, white collar, securities, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David John McLean brings 44+ 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 California, District of Columbia, and New York, David John McLean can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, ip, and white collar, David John McLean can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means David John McLean 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 John McLean Handles in New York
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