David Gottesmann

LEGAL EXPERIENCE:

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Social Security Disability Law Practice – Miami, FL
Litigation and Hearings Attorney – April 2017 – Present

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• Specialize in Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) cases before the Office of Hearings Operations and Office of Adjudication and Review

• Advocate for individuals with disabilities, preparing and presenting cases at disability hearings, ensuring that clients' legal rights are protected.

• Successfully negotiated settlements on clients behalf before Administrative Law Judges and the Office of Hearings, demonstrating strong negotiation and litigation skills.

• Build strong client relationships, providing tailored legal advice and clear guidance through every stage of the Social Security disability process.
   

Beacon Hill, Hire Counsel, Special Counsel, Epiq Global, FTI, Innovation Driven,

Tower Legal – Miami, FL
E-Discovery Attorney / Document Management Specialist – December 2014 – November 2024

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• Played a key role in the USCIS visa process for C-suite and technical foreign nationals, successfully managing H1-B and O-1 visas.

• Conducted complex e-discovery for a range of litigation matters, including antitrust, intellectual property, financial, and medical device cases.

• Highly proficient in using e-discovery platforms such as Relativity, Everlaw, and Concordance, ensuring high levels of accuracy and compliance with legal standards.

• Managed document review and provided critical insights for large-scale trials and depositions, handling privileged material and ensuring adherence to legal best practices.
   

Perchance, Inc. – Miami, FL
Chief Executive Officer – October 2013 – July 2020

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• Led the development and launch of a mobile application, overseeing front-end development and project completion within five months.

• Managed a nationwide team of contractors, ensuring seamless execution of the project and meeting key milestones.

• Developed monetization strategies, branding, and marketing plans based on comprehensive market and demographic research.

• Successfully secured funding for the project by delivering persuasive presentations to high-value investors.

• Played an instrumental role in transforming a conceptual idea into a functional business, navigating the legal and operational challenges of the startup phase.
   

Hall Lamb & Hall P.A. – Miami, FL
Staff Attorney – July 2013 – March 2014; December 2011 – March 2012

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• Assisted in complex business litigation, including fraud, breach of contract, and malpractice issues.

• Prepared legal documents, motions, and trial narratives, supporting senior attorneys in trial preparations.

• Analyzed, coded, and summarized voluminous discovery materials, contributing to the efficient preparation for trial and depositions.

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EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND and ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS:

 

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• University of Miami School of Law – Coral Gables, FL

Juris Doctor – May 2007

• The George Washington University – Washington, DC

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, cum laude – May 2003

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BAR ADMISSIONS

• State of Florida
    United States District Court, Southern District of Florida