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Thank you for visiting my profile. I concentrate my practice in the areas of employment litigation (discrimination, unemployment, wage disputes, severance agreements), franchise and business law, and general civil litigation. I also have extensive experience in the areas of appellate practice, defamation, consumer protection and criminal law. I have represented franchisees and franchisee associations throughout the country. I served as a Topic and Article Editor for the American Bar Association's Franchise Law Journal, a quarterly journal of the Forum on Franchising, from 2011-2013, and have been a member of the ABA's Forum on Franchising since 2004.
I am licensed in Colorado, Massachusetts and Michigan. I received my undergraduate and law school education from the University of Michigan (A.B. with distinction, 1993; J.D., 1996). I clerked for the Hon. Lawrence M. Glazer of the 30th Judicial Circuit Court of Michigan.
I was a 7-year member of the University of Michigan Marching Band Drumline.
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State: Colorado
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2000
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State: Michigan
Acquired: 1997
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56 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Tjasha | November 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professional, Fair, and Truly Exceptional Representation
Navigating my case was one of the most challenging and emotionally taxing experiences I’ve ever had. What began as a straightforward matter quickly became far more complex, and without Dave, I would have been completely lost. I’m grateful the matter was ultimately resolved fairly and that I had the r...
Posted by Jeff | April 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination
The best lawyer you could ask for
I hired Dave after believing I was wrongfully dismissed from a lab and it was one of the best decisions I could have made. He represented me for about 3 years and I couldn't be happier with the work he did for me. I'm a person with a disability and for the first time in my life I encountered a superv...
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2024 | Employment & Labor
Clear, Concise and Professional
David took my call for an Employment law consultation. He took the time to hear out my concerns and laid out my options in a very clear and professional way. He helped clarify the law as it relates to my case and made sure I understood my options going forward. Thank you David for your time.
Posted by Danielle RN, BSN | February 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Dave was outstanding on all levels! Can't say enough!
Dave was excellent on all levels! Beginning with my attorney search to represent me in my discrimination /retaliation lawsuit against my former employer. Dave himself returned my call, not a paralegal, not an intake specialist. I felt he genuinely cared and was invested in my case. He's very atten...
Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2021 | Employment & Labor
Quick and informative - feeling confident following our convo
I reached out to David around a current non-compete I am working through. I sent him an email and received a response within 10 minutes to coordinate a call. He was very informative during our call and provided guidance and knowledge on the topic. I will continue to work with David moving forward. Hi...
"I endorse this lawyer's work. David Meretta has demonstrated a high level of talent and devotion to his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him."
"David J. Meretta displays genuine concern in every question he answers on Avvo. His answers reflect a solid understanding of the law and a quick grasp of the applicable law in every situation. I enjoy reading his replies and appreciate his willingness to contribute his knowledge."
"Dave is an incredibly bright and attentive lawyer. He is detail oriented yet very responsive. I would certainly recommend him without hesitation."
"Mr. Meretta's answers on this site reflect a solid expertise and concern for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dave is a talented commercial litigator with a particular expertise in franchise disputes."
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1995
Donald R. Shepherd Fellowship, Donald R. Shepherd
2016 - Present
Member, Meretta Law, LLC
2017 - 2025
Of Counsel, Miller & Law, PC
2012 - 2016
Partner, Brown & Kannady, LLC
2006 - 2009
Law Clerk to the Hon. Lawrence M. Glazer, 30th Judicial Circuit Court of Michigan
2000 - 2011
Associate, Witmer, Karp, Warner & Ryan, LLP
2004 - Present
American Bar Association, Forum on FranchisingMember
Franchisor's claims were denied in all respects after a 4-day arbitration.
Judgment affirmed
After a 2-day bench trial, the court awarded $61,385.50 to franchisee on the Breach of Duty of Loyalty claim.
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Franchise Rebranding
2011
Vicarious Liability
2010
Overview of Franchise Disclosure Documents
2013
2012
2007
English
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
David earned significant contribution points in 2017.
What should I do if my former employer won't pay me my final paycheck?
04 Sep 2025
How do I go about making some charges my truck illegally auctioned from the tow yard?
15 Nov 2022
Do I owe my previous employer designs files after being fired?
24 Apr 2020