Atty. David Robert Knowles
David Robert Knowles is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, administrative law/regulatory law and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.B.A. degree from Cleveland State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Administrative Law/Regulatory Law & More Attorney · Licensed in Ohio · 52+ Years Experience
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About David Robert Knowles at a Glance
David Robert Knowles is a Partner practicing in Ohio, practicing at Wegman Hessler A Legal Professional Association. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1974), U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1980), New York (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Eighth and Eleventh Circuits (1981). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1973) and Cleveland State University (B.B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cleveland (Member and Past Chair, Labor and Employment Law Section), Ohio State (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section), New York State and American (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section) Bar Associations.
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About David Robert Knowles
- David Robert Knowles is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, administrative law/regulatory law and 2 other areas of law
- David received a B.B.A. degree from Cleveland State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- David practices at Wegman Hessler A Legal Professional Association in Cleveland, OH
Practice Areas Explained
David Robert Knowles's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Robert Knowles handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation.
Employment Law
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David Robert Knowles is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →
Workers Compensation
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
David Robert Knowles is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Litigation
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David Robert Knowles is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Rights
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
David Robert Knowles is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Ohio →
Government & Administrative Law
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
David Robert Knowles is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Ohio →
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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. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Ohio Choose David Robert Knowles
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 Robert Knowles's practice in the field of employment, workers comp, litigation, civil rights, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Robert Knowles brings 52+ 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 Ohio, U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, and New York, David Robert Knowles can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, workers comp, and litigation, David Robert Knowles can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
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Common Legal Issues David Robert Knowles Handles
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