David Russell's work primarily focuses on white-collar defense. He also regularly writes on matters of criminal and administrative law, and his work can be seen in numerous law reviews and blogs. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Russell clerked for the Honorable Thomas L. Parker of the Western District of Tennessee. He graduated from Cornell Law School and served on the senior boards of the Cornell Journal of Law & Public Policy and Moot Court team.
Perspectives
May 13, 2019
A Gunfight Between Two Relators—and the First-to-File Bar Catches Shrapnel
Qui Notes: Unlocking the False Claims Act
November 13, 2018
Twin Visa FCA Cases Reach Different Results With Same Judge
Qui Notes: Unlocking the False Claims Act
October 30, 2018
No Lucky Penny for Relator in Regional Federal Reserve Bank Case
Qui Notes: Unlocking the False Claims Act
October 10, 2018
A Bar with Teeth—The Second Circuit Revives the First-to-File Bar in United States ex rel. Wood v. Allergan
Qui Notes: Unlocking the False Claims Act
Credentials
Education
- JD, Cornell Law School, 2017
- BA, University of Iowa, 2009
Admissions
- New York
- US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
- US District Court, Southern District of New York
Clerkships
- US District Court, Western District of Tennessee, The Honorable Thomas L. Parker