David W. Neel, LLC is a Cleveland-based employment law firm dedicated exclusively to representing employees across Ohio. With over 31 years of experience, the firm specializes in protecting workers’ rights in cases involving discrimination, wrongful termination, wage disputes, and retaliation. Distinguished by an AV-Preeminent rating and the authoring of “Employment Evidence” from James Publishing, the firm stands out for its deep expertise and commitment to employee advocacy.
Founder David W. Neel brings a unique perspective, having previously represented Fortune 500 companies before shifting his practice to advocate for individual employees. As an Adjunct Professor of Evidence and Employment Discrimination at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, he combines practical litigation experience with academic insight. The firm focuses on providing strategic, evidence-based representation for clients facing workplace injustices, with extensive experience in both state and appellate courts.
Services Offered
- Employment law representation
- Civil law services
- Labor relations advocacy
- Wrongful termination cases
- Overtime and minimum wage disputes
- Employment discrimination claims
- Whistleblower protection
- Retaliation cases
- Severance agreement review and negotiation
- Harassment claims
- Civil trial litigation
- Appellate representation
The firm serves clients throughout Cleveland and all of Ohio, and is licensed to practice before the Ohio Supreme Court, United States Supreme Court, and federal district and appellate courts in Ohio. David W. Neel is a member of the Cleveland, Ohio State, and American Bar Associations, reinforcing the firm’s established reputation in employment and civil rights law.
