Atty. David Michael Novak

Atty. David Michael Novak

David Michael Novak is a lawyer practicing labor and preventive practices, wage and hour, construction and 7 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1970, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Chicago Chicago 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About David Michael Novak at a glance

David Michael Novak is a employment, wage & hour, litigation, government, and health care attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1991). Educated at The University of Chicago Law School (J.D. University, 1982) and University of Chicago (B.A. University, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Michael Novak is a lawyer practicing labor and preventive practices, wage and hour, construction and 7 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1970, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Novak's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Michael Novak 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.

David Michael Novak is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Wage & Hour Disputes

David Michael Novak is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

David Michael Novak is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

David Michael Novak is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

David Michael Novak is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Illinois →

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 Michael Novak

Where is David Michael Novak's law office located?
David Michael Novak's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Novak handle?
David Michael Novak focuses on employment, wage & hour, litigation, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Michael Novak practiced law?
David Michael Novak has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David Michael Novak go to law school?
David Michael Novak earned their education at (J.D. University, 1982); (B.A. University, 1970).
How can I contact David Michael Novak for a consultation?
You can contact David Michael Novak directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Michael Novak received?
David Michael Novak's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
The University of Chicago Law School
- 1982
B.A. University
University of Chicago
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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