Atty. David William Austin

Atty. David William Austin

David William Austin is a lawyer practicing clinical teaching, legal research and writing, litigation. David received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland/European Division in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Chicago Chicago 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About David William Austin at a glance

David William Austin is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Scharf Banks Marmor LLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2001). Educated at The John Marshall Law School (J.D., 2001) and University of Maryland/European Division (B.A., 1995). Active member of American and Chicago Bar Associations Lesbian and Gay Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David William Austin is a lawyer practicing clinical teaching, legal research and writing, litigation
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland/European Division in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • David practices at Scharf Banks Marmor LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David William Austin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David William Austin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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 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

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Where is David William Austin's law office located?
David William Austin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Scharf Banks Marmor LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David William Austin handle?
David William Austin focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David William Austin practiced law?
David William Austin has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did David William Austin go to law school?
David William Austin earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact David William Austin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The John Marshall Law School
- 2001
B.A.
University of Maryland/European Division
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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