David Katz

When I started to practice law 35 years ago, my father, also a lawyer, offered me some thoughtful and exceptionally valuable advice: listen carefully, do your homework, and above all, maintain a sense of humor – because you are going to need it. I have to admit that Dad was right and his wise words have resonated with me during my entire practice. Listening attentively to my clients and meticulous preparation are indeed the hallmarks of success. And, finding a way to put clients at ease establishes approachability, confidence, and most importantly, trust. Working closely with each client, I make sure that I identify the specific goals and strategies of any legal case or matter.

I am that lawyer who gets right on the phone with clients even on a Saturday because I understand that sometimes questions just can't wait for regular business hours. I am that lawyer who may be dressed casually around the office (suits are for the courtroom) but make no mistake, I am always a passionate advocate for my clients, no matter what I am wearing.

As founder and managing partner of the Katz Law Group, P.C., my practice includes but is not limited to complex real estate litigation, employment disputes, premises liability defense, franchise and business litigation matters. I am cum laude graduate of Brandeis University and I received my law degree from the New England School of Law in Boston, where I was a member of the law review.

On occasion, plaintiffs and defendants from the opposite side of cases have gone on to hire me when the matters have concluded. Some have said, “We need a guy like you.” Those words are reinforcement and reward to a lawyer like me.

During my career, I have gone to trial and arbitration in over 150 cases including, personal injury defense, business litigation, landlord-tenant, contract, construction and franchise matters. My experience comprises the entire litigation process & practice in all Massachusetts state courts.

New England Law | Boston

J.D.

1983

Honors: Cum Laude; New England Law Review, 1980-1982; Book Review Editor of New England Law Review, 1981-1982.

Brandeis University

B.A. (1979) | American Studies

1975 - 1979

Honors: Cum Laude with Honors, Dean's List, 1977-1979.

Managing Partner

Katz Law Group, P.C.

2002 - Current

Of Counsel

Seegel, Lipshutz and Wilchins, LLP.

1999 - 2002

Member

Shane and Paolillo, P.C.

1991 - 1999

Associate

Roberts, Newman and Katz, P.A.

1983 - 1991

Gallardo V. Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers of New York, Inc.

Middlesex Superior Court Motion for Summary Judgment - (David S. Katz represented Wendy’s)

September 1, 2017

Business raises skeptical eyebrow over anti-bullying bill

Worcester Business Journal - (David S.Katz quoted)

February 1, 2017

David S. Katz launches administrative challenge against Whole Foods on liquor license expansion

Worcester Telegram.com - (David S.Katz represented Turnpike Liquors, Inc.)

October 1, 2016

The Continuing Separation of Functions Problem under Section 554(d) of the Administrative Procedure Act

New England School of Law-Symposium on Administrative Law

1982

The Mass Marketing of the John F.Kennedy Assassination

Brandeis University Press

1979

Client Choice Award

Avvo

2019

2018 & 2019

BBB A plus accredited

Better Business Bureau

2018

Preferred Defense Counsel

Best Insurance Directory

2016

10.0 Rank

Avvo

2014

Metrowest Humane Society

Board Member

2011 - Current

BayPath Animal Society

Contributor

1999 - Current

Massachusetts State Bar

Member

1983 - Current

Massachusetts

Since 1983

1st Circuit

Since 1983

• Free Consultation
  A free consultation is provided by phone and, in some instances, a free in-office consultation may be provided depending upon the particular case.
• Credit Cards Accepted
  Visa and Master Card only
• Contingent Fees
  Depending upon the particular case, our firm does work on a contingent fee basis.

• Business Litigation
• Employment Defense
• Small Business Agreements
• Contract Formation
• Franchise Law