Atty. David L. Barron

Atty. David L. Barron

David L. Barron focuses his litigation practice on labor and employment law.

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Profile Summary

About David L. Barron at a glance

David L. Barron is a employment attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Cozen O'Connor. Admitted to practice in Texas, Texas. Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1996) and University of Houston (B.A., 1994). 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 Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David L. Barron focuses his litigation practice on labor and employment law
  • David assists his clients with all their labor and employment needs, including representing clients at trials involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, collective action overtime claims and whistle-blower suits before a variety of state and federal courts
  • He counsels clients on labor negotiations, elections, strikes, and corporate campaigns by unions
  • litigates disputes before the National Labor Relations Board, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and Department of Labor
  • and advises management on various employment issues, including wage and hour, federal contractor compliance, employee terminations, discrimination and harassment claims, drafting and enforcement of noncompete agreements, Sarbanes Oxley, and OSHA matters
  • David has been quoted on employment law topics by the Houston Business Journal, The Houston Chronicle, Texas Lawyer, MSNBC.com, ABC.com and numerous other newspapers and magazines
  • He also has appeared as an employment law professional on talk radio and the local CBS and Fox affiliates in Houston

Practice Areas Explained

David L. Barron's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David L. Barron 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 Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David L. Barron

Where is David L. Barron's law office located?
David L. Barron's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Cozen O'Connor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David L. Barron handle?
David L. Barron focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did David L. Barron go to law school?
David L. Barron earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact David L. Barron for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David L. Barron received?
David L. Barron'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.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1996
B.A.
University of Houston
- 1994

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

Bar Admissions

Texas, Texas

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