David S Rintoul

David S Rintoul

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Employee benefits Lawyer at Wilton, CT
Practice Areas: Employee Benefits, Employment & Labor, Litigation

148 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Employee Benefits 70%

Representing clients appealing employee benefit claims, including long and short term disability, health insurance coverage and severance. Pensions: from companies; Connecticut state and municipal regular and disability pensions

70%
Employment and Labor 20%

Representing employees and employees in all aspects of employment litigation in courts and administrative agencies, including employment agreements, non-compete litigation, wage and hour, whistle-blower and retaliation claims

20%
Litigation 10%

Litigation of all Employment Contract, including non-competition agreements.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 500-650 per hour

Contingency

25%-34%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 8 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2017

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 35 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 39 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1986

Voluntarily Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Rintoul Law, LLC

148 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT, 06897

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David S Rintoul's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Social Security Disability

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

The “Go To” Attorney

It was difficult to choose a title for this review, as none would give him justice. I did not initially start with Atty. Rintoul regarding my disability retirement issues. The law practice I was working with experienced a sudden loss and unable to give my case the attention it deserved, I was referre...d to Atty. Rintoul. He had been the utmost expert in his field my prior atty. had consulted. I was a bit apprehensive prior to meeting with him and I was not comfortable with a change in representation. All my fears quickly disappeared. Atty. David Rintoul performed the most comprehensive review of my case and was able to glean critical information from my medical files critical to my claim for disability. His attention to detail is unmatched, he is so easy to communicate with, and I have complete confidence in him. During my professional career I interacted with numerous attorneys, and none of them matched the caliber of Atty. David Rintoul. I understand completely why my prior attorney referred to him as the expert in the field of labor and disability cases. Though my case is still in the early stages of resolution, what ever the outcome, I have complete confidence in him and would highly recommend him and his firm.

Posted by Alice | January 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Disability Benefits

We believe that without Attorney Rintoul expertise in pursuing our appeal for disability benefits from the disability insurance company, our appeal would have been denied. Anyone facing disability appeals should consult a lawyer such as Attorney Rintoul as insurance companies do not answer a client ...emails in a timely manner therefore the time limit for appeals is not met. We are extremely lucky to have such an attorney representing our family. Alice Kelly

Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

LTD Claim Settled Successful

Mr Rintoul was instrumental in our claim settlement for long term disability insurance. I do not think we would have received the extremely life changing results we did without his help and guidance through this process. I would highly recommend his services through this difficult time in your life....

Posted by Sally | December 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Exceptionally devoted and knowledgeable

David has been handling my appeal with an insurance company that denied my short term disability claim. My disability is migraine related so it was important to find someone knowledgeable about the issue. David is phenomenal. He really understands migraine and the issues sufferers face medically and ...legally. His handling of my case has been superb at every step. He is also incredibly accessible: if you need to reach him, he's there. And finally, while lawyers have a reputation for being personally unpleasant, I found the opposite to be true of David. He is kind, friendly and has a good sense of humor. I can't recommend him highly enough.

Posted by Adam | October 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

LTD attorney - look no further

Cutting to the chase, I would wholeheartedly and without any reservations recommend using David Rintoul for any short or long term disability matter. Now for my story: Roughly eight years ago I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Like most people, I didn’t know much about the disease, other ...than it has no cure and it is progressive in nature. That being said, I vowed not to let it affect my work, and for several years that held true. Unfortunately, the MS began affecting me in ways I didn’t anticipate, and eventually started impacting my ability to do my job. Though I loved what I did, I reluctantly explored the possibility of going out on disability. My wife and I interviewed a few disability attorneys in CT and NY. We came to David through an MS Society recommendation, and fortunately for us, decided to use him. David has years of experience with disability law, and his vast knowledge most definitely came out in our dealings with him. Throughout the entire process (including the initial interview) he was candid and honest, assessing our chances without promising us anything. There was not a question he could not answer, and we asked plenty. He told us what to expect before and during the entire process, and he was spot on with everything. Additionally, David was extremely accessible and user-friendly (I would equate it to a doctor with a great bedside manner), which, considering how "needy" I was at times, was impressive and very much appreciated. He was very transparent when it came to his pricing, and frankly, was quite reasonable compared to some others. Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, David Rintoul was a calming and reassuring voice in what was a difficult and stressful time. Given our experience with him, if you unfortunately find yourself in need of a LTD attorney, then David Rintoul is your man.

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Bridget Gallagher

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"David is an excellent attorney who works to find practical solutions for even the most complex of issues. He always conducts himself with the utmost professionalism and is persistent and thorough."

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Andrew Davis

Employee benefits lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is an excellent ERISA attorney who has a keen understanding of what it takes to win benefit cases both in court and during the administrative process."

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Joseph Cessario

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Keith Minoff

Litigation lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Attorney Rintoul for many years. As a Massachusetts employment attorney, I confidently refer any Connecticut matters to him."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers - 2016 to 2024

2006

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Founder and Partner, Rintoul Law, LLC

2016 - 2022

Partner, Zeldes Needle & Cooper, PC

2001 - 2016

Partner, Brown, Paindiris & Scott, LLP

1991 - 2001

Partner, Rintoul & Rintoul

Associations

2014 - Present

Connecticut Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Fairfield County Bar Association

Member

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2017

Connecticut Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Chair

2016 - 2022

Connecticut Bar Association Labor & Employment Section

Chair

2014 - 2015

Connecticut Bar Association Labor & Employment Section

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Uncle Al's v. Service Road Corp

Plaintiff's Verdict: $622,800

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Education

1986

University of Connecticut School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Johns Hopkins University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Labor & Employment: Back to the Future

Trade Secrets: Data Security and Computer Forensics

2014

Labor & Employment: Back to the Future

The Affordable Care Act

2013

November 2014 Connecticut Employment Lawyers Meeting

ERISA: What the General Employment Attorney Needs to Know

Publications

2015

Connecticut Bar Association, Labor and Employment Section Annual Review 2015 ERISA Litigation Update

2004

Disability Law Seminar for the Labor and Employment Section of the Connecticut Bar Association Mental Impairments: Disabilities And Accommodation

2003

ERISA Seminar before the Connecticut Employment Lawyers Association Appealing Benefit Denials with the Plan: Law, Regulations and Practice

2002

Connecticut Bar Association Labor & Employment Quarterly Jack Welsh’s Red Sox Tickets, Devlin v. Empire Blue Cross And Vesting of Welfare Benefits

Languages

English

Activity

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