When he isn’t counseling employers, Dave enjoys a wide range of outdoor activities, from a weekend round of golf to a spirited game of “ball” with his cocker spaniel mix, Penny. He and his wife enjoy vintage shopping, working on their home, and traveling. Dave is an avid horse racing fan, and he and his dad annually attend the Breeders Cup World Championships.
David "Dave" E. Stevens
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The most critical part of counseling and advising employers is understanding the needs of the business. I take the time to listen to my clients, understand their business goals, and develop constructive, solution-driven approaches to their issues. Because employment laws are constantly evolving, understanding my clients’ objectives allows me to develop meaningful and cost-effective measures that are tailored to their unique business.
Outside of
Work
When he isn’t counseling employers, Dave enjoys a wide range of outdoor activities, from a weekend round of golf to a spirited game of “ball” with his cocker spaniel mix, Penny. He and his wife enjoy vintage shopping, working on their home, and traveling. Dave is an avid horse racing fan, and he and his dad annually attend the Breeders Cup World Championships.
The most critical part of counseling and advising employers is understanding the needs of the business. I take the time to listen to my clients, understand their business goals, and develop constructive, solution-driven approaches to their issues. Because employment laws are constantly evolving, understanding my clients’ objectives allows me to develop meaningful and cost-effective measures that are tailored to their unique business.
Dave Stevens is an experienced employment litigator and counselor. Prior to joining Johnston, Allison, & Hord, Dave practiced for over ten years in Chicago, Illinois. Dave represents employers of all sizes, from closely-held, family-owned businesses to Fortune 500 companies.
Dave advises employers on challenging HR matters, including employee discipline and terminations, disability accommodations, employee leave statutes, employment agreements, and other matters arising under state and federal law. The ever-evolving nature of local, state, and federal employment laws can create a challenging and complicated mosaic for employers of any size. Dave works hands-on to understand the needs of the business and develop straightforward and manageable solutions. Consistent with his approach to minimizing client exposure through preventative counseling, Dave has implemented management training programs on anti- discrimination, harassment, and retaliation policies and practices.
When employment issues rise to the level of administrative charges or litigation, Dave is a steady, reliable, and vigorous advocate. He defends employers against claims of discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and retaliation in state and federal courts. Dave is also an experienced wage and hour litigator, with significant experience in both single-plaintiff and class action wage and hour lawsuits. Dave has substantial experience representing employers in the food service, hospitality, and retail industries.