David A. Kotwicki

David A. Kotwicki

4.7
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 29 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Shelby Township, MI
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Discrimination, Administrative Law, Civil Rights

48000 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Township, MI

About David

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 60%

29 years | 250 cases

60%
Discrimination 20%

29 years | 50 cases

20%
Administrative Law 10%

29 years | 150 cases

10%
Civil Rights 10%

29 years | 50 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 29 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1997

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

David A. Kotwicki PLC

48000 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Township, MI, 48317-3256

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David A. Kotwicki's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Discrimination

Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

David "Slayed the Giant"

Initially, I was nervous and ignorant about the legal process with EEOC regarding a discrimination case involving my place of employment. So, I hired David to assist me with the mediation process; otherwise, I would not have succeeded with a successful outcome. David was able to negotiate my cause, a...nd WE WON! Thanks David "Beloved Anchor", your biblical name. David slayed the giant organization with a calm, steady and knowledgeable approach which landed an agreeable settlement. Thank you, David for unwavering guidance.

Posted by Mark | December 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

Excellent attorney

I recently retained David for a complex labor employment issue involving wrongful termination, harassment, bullying and age discrimination. David proved to be extremely knowledgeable and helped me navigate the process of negotiating with a corporation and their team of attorneys. David was responsiv...e, provided great guidance, communicated professionally with opposing attorneys, and helped me to a successful resolution. I would recommend David for labor employment issues.

Posted by Israel | October 19, 2022 | Discrimination

Best employment discrimination lawyer!

David Kotwicki is one of the best employment discrimination lawyers in the Shelby Township, Michigan area. He treats his clients with compassion, kindness, and like family. If you or someone you know needs the best employment lawyer in Shelby Township and the surrounding areas, I highly recommend tha...t you choose David.

Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

Forever grateful I had David Kotwicki by my side

I filed a disability discrimination with EEOC and EEOC schedule a Fact Finding Conference. I didn't know where to turn and was overwhelmed trying to address the matter myself. I searched and searched for a lawyer but either they would not help me or they were too expensive. I finally found David Kotw...icki. David immediately saw what was happening to me was unlawful, David was empathetic, compassionate, and supportive. From my first meeting with Mr. Kotwicki I knew I could trust him, he was attentive and concerned about me as a person as well as my case. Mr. Kotwicki was able to negotiated a monetary settlement for me and negotiated other benefits for me such as health insurance. If I went to the EEOC's Fact Finding Conference without Mr. Kotwicki I would of walked out of there with absolutely nothing, not even a job. I would definitely recommend David Kotwicki to anyone and everyone. I was 100% satisfied with Mr. Kotwicki service and advocacy. When you meet David Kotwicki you will see immediately that he's knowledgeable and an experienced lawyer. Mr. Kotwicki will work to protect your rights and get you the compensation you deserve.

Posted by Attorney Ed Maciak | September 14, 2012 | Discrimination

Skilled Experienced Employment Attorney

Dave: Here is a copy of my review that I posted a few minutes ago: Dave is a very skilled and caring attorney. You can rest assured he is looking out for "your best interests". He is bright and creative and has honed his trial skills under the tutuledge of one of the top trial attorne...ys in the United States-the one and only Gerry Spence. His passion to help discriminated people obtain "legal justice" is a true beacon of light and a safe harbor in the current economic darkness covering the State of Michigan.

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Christy Pudyk

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is incredibly skilled in employment law- I have no reservations in referring him cases."

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Elliot Stephens

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Dave is one of a very small number of attorneys I know who has not only won a million dollar jury verdict, but actually collected on it."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Associations

2012 - Present

Kiwanis

2007 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association, Employment Committee

Member

2004 - Present

Michigan Association for Justice

Sustaining Member

2003 - Present

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

Graduate

Sample of Legal Cases

David Gonyer and Don Emerson v. Key Energy Services

Jury Verdict of $905,000. Total Award of over $1,000,000.00

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Education

2018

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Oakland University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Bishop Foley

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