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Biography
Private firm attorney with substantial experience in the courtroom litigating disputes and out of the courtroom working to minimize the impact of potential disputes. Focus on computer related issues, including records retention and disputes related to ownership of software and other technology.
Counseling corporations on record retention issues, responding to discovery requests and other demands in litigation, and resolving disputes.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Litigation
50%
33 years | 200 cases
Business
20%
29 years | 20 cases
Employment and Labor
20%
33 years | 50 cases
Appeals
10%
24 years | 20 cases
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Licensed in Texas for 32 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1993
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016
Location
Chaumette, PLLC
50 Briar Hollow Lane, Suite 235W, Houston, TX, 77027
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Posted by anonymous | December 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business
He has been disbarred
I hired Mr. Chaumette to help me with finances. During that time I was told that he had handled several matters for me. Turned out he was under suspension for part of the time then he was disbarred and I was never notified. He is now missing with my funds and files. All the business matters that ...
David A. Chaumette's Lawyer Endorsements
"Excellent lawyer, excellent litigator, excellent advocate! David's word is his bond. And that is one of the best compliments an attorney can receive."
"David is personable, intelligent, and a great communicator. He gets to the heart of client needs. He is aggressive when he needs to be and understands the art of litigation well. I definitely endorse him."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.
Disbarment issued in TX, 2016
updated on 10/20/2016This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Texas State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.
Partially Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2015
updated on 09/09/2015Partially Probated Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. When the attorney returns to practice, he or she will be on probation, meaning the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Public Reprimand issued in TX, 2014
updated on 09/19/2014Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Honors
2011
Outstanding Minority In Texas Law, Texas Lawyer Magazine
2011
Standing Ovation Award, State Bar of Texas CLE
2004
Outstanding Young Houstonian, Houston Junior Chamber of Commerce
2004
Outstanding Young Texans, Texas Junior Chamber of Commerce
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Managing Partner, Chaumette, PLLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationPresident Elect
2012 - Present
Neighborhood Centers, Inc.Chair of the Board
2008 - Present
Texas Board of Disciplinary AppealsMember
2005 - 2012
Neighborhood Centers, Inc.Chair of the Communities in Schools Committee
2005 - 2006
Leadership HoustonChair
2003 - 2004
Houston Young Lawyers AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Federal Court Trial Victory
The jury trial resulted in a verdict in favor of Chaumette's client.
Education
1993
University of Chicago Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Stanford University
MS - Master of Science
1989
Princeton University
B.S.E.
Speaking Engagements
2012
Suing/Defending and Negotiating with Financial Institutions 2012
E-Discovery Tips
Publications
2007
Houston Business Journal
Monitoring Electronic Data Now Can Spare Litigation in the Future
2006
Unknown
Zubulake or Zubuluck: A Lesson in Litigation Readiness
2006
Houston Business Journal
Force Majeure Clauses Protect Companies from the Unexpected
2005
Texas Lawyer
Back-Up Tapes, Metadata and Hitting 'Delete': Questions Surround Proposed Federal E-Discovery Rules
2003
Unknown
Don't Wait for Waters to Rise Before Making a Plan for Continuity
1996
Unknown
he Coming Management Standards
N/A
Unknown
The World of E-Discovery or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the New Rules
N/A
Unknown
The World of E-Discovery or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the New Rules
N/A
Unknown
Authenticating Electronic Evidence: From Collection to Production
N/A
Unknown
Divining the Future: Anticipating Tomorrow's EDD Standards to Defend Corporate Communications Today
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers