David Wachtel

I do not have enough words to describe the type of top notch lawyer Dave is, if he takes your case. I was in the unfortunate situation of facing consistent and cruel retaliation for having complained of discrimination. Someone told me Dave was the best lawyer I could get. I went through intense tr...auma, panic attacks, sleepless nights, and was even diagnosed as a result, with PTSD. I felt trapped. Stuck. My situation at times felt hopeless. Throughout this agony, Dave never failed to believe in me. He supported me. He also wrote the best briefs, researched the laws, updated what needed to be updated. He gave me hope when I had lost all hope. He went beyond the call of duty and even once, shortened his vacation to deal with a matter in my case. In the end, just as the agency was once again trying to terminate me wrongly, under the most adverse conditions for me, when I was literally at the end of my rope, Dave calmly and very smoothly, negotiated a miraculous settlement for me, identified future needs even I did not know I would have, which allowed me to leave under the utmost favorable conditions, regain my health, and start afresh somewhere else. Dave saved my life. If he takes your case, consider that you won the lottery. One way or the other, Dave will come through for you. You cannot find a better attorney: compassionate, calm with his client, knowledgeable about the law, supportive, and calmly aggressive with the other side when it comes to his client’s interests. The minute he steps, you finally get respect. I cannot recommend Dave enough.

Initially had Consult w/Mr. Wachtel to review my situation and the pros/cons of hiring legal council or working through situation. Mr. Wachtel after hearing the issues, suggested I stand pat as the situation evolved to see if what was stated by employer would in fact occur. As time passed and employe...r became more and more out of communication, I thought my best strategy in dealing ww situation was to hire legal representation. Mr. Wachtel took my issue, did continual research, not stopping w just scratching the surface and used this information to better educate me as well as not allow my employer to throw its' weight Mr. Wachtel and I met several times reviewing my current situation and what I was led to believe would occur. He brought me to realize, as the saying goes, there are "thrre sides to every story" Mr. Wachtel took over ALL communications w/employer and basically "drove the ship." In the end, approximately seven [7] months transpired before ties w/employer were completely severed. During this period Mr. Wachtel was successful in negotiating, as we both agreed, an arrangement that was acceptable. He did not make any decisions w/o first checking back w/me to explain and develop responses which were fair and reasonable. In the end, while I came seeking advice to a situation in which I saw things through "rosey glasses" I was quickly made aware, my employer had a different set of these proverbial glasses and as such either I needed to see my ophthalmologist or I was going to have blurry vision for a long time. Mr. Wachtel was excellent in what he did for me - he was personable, friendly, attentive and very understanding - for this as well as the outcome, I am very appreciative and would recommend him highly.

I am a fellow attorney who had the privilege to work with Mr. Wachtel when dealing with issues involving a non-profit I am associated with. Mr. Wachtel was extremely easy to work with and very knowledgeable in the law. As an attorney I respected the fact that he gave clear and concise opinions and... was very responsive to my organization. As a representative for the organization, I would recommend him highly in his area of expertise.

David Wachtel is a very knowledgeable attorney and his professional shows in every aspect of his work. He stood by me during an OSHA case lasting 4 years. Always on the offensive, his efforts and that of his team kept me appraised of my AIR21 case as we methodically moved through each level of the ca...se. I believe his attention to detail is unmatched in the industry. I highly recommend him!

David was instrumental in my achieving a successful outcome for my legal matter. Mine was a complex issue (technical, organizational, and legally) and David quickly understood the issues and developed a strategy to get to the best result. He is a very effective communicator with both his client and... with the opposing party. David keeps a cool head during tense negotiations and ensures his client remains focused on the ultimate goal. An added benefit is David's style, he is easy to work with, is very accessible and responsive. The quality of David's legal was impeccable and was the key to my success. I researched my attorney selection very carefully and was very happy with my choice. I highly recommend David.