David J. Phillips

David is an Associate Attorney and former LCLD scholar, focusing on securities litigation and general litigation matters. He has handled complex legal issues with a view towards the entire litigation process leading up to trial. As a Winston Summer Associate, David contributed to a trial team that secured a $1.125 million jury verdict in a § 1983 case involving false arrest and denial of the right to a fair trial based on fabricated evidence.

In addition to his professional commitments, David is deeply engaged with First Amendment jurisprudence and appellate advocacy. David has researched and written widely on these topics and maintains an active pro bono practice supporting these causes. He has conducted legal research through the Kellogg Institute for International Studies and La Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile on topics including US Supreme Court jurisprudence, comparative constitutionalism, and international human rights laws and bodies. David combines these varied interests with prior work experience in the alcohol beverage and agricultural industries to approach new topics with agility and keen interest.