Atty. David K. Haase

Atty. David K. Haase

David K. Haase has extensive experience representing employers in all aspects of labor and employment law.

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Profile Summary

About David K. Haase at a glance

David K. Haase is a employment attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Littler. Admitted to practice in Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1988) and Carleton College (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David K. Haase has extensive experience representing employers in all aspects of labor and employment law
  • He has particular expertise in litigating wage and hour class/collective actions, unfair competition claims, such as non-competition agreements and trade secrets, and employee benefits litigation
  • David has litigated the full panoply of employment-related matters before the federal and state courts
  • David is the chair of Littler’s Pro Bono Committee
  • He publishes frequently and lectures on a variety of employment law topics
  • Previously, David served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Charles R. Norgle, Sr., in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois

Practice Areas Explained

David K. Haase's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David K. Haase 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David K. Haase

Where is David K. Haase's law office located?
David K. Haase's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Littler. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David K. Haase handle?
David K. Haase focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did David K. Haase go to law school?
David K. Haase earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (BA).
How can I contact David K. Haase for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David K. Haase received?
David K. Haase's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Named, Leading Lawyers - Illinois.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1988
BA
Carleton College
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named, Leading Lawyers - Illinois
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awarded, Martindale-Hubbell AV Peer Review Rating
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named, Super Lawyer, 2010-2013
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association

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