David M. Pattee

David M. Pattee


Nixon Peabody LLP

Recognized since 2023

Chicago, Illinois

Practice Areas

Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

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David Pattee is a litigator in our Complex Disputes group. He represents businesses and individuals in a variety of matters, focusing on the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries. He leverages this industry knowledge to understand clients’ businesses and develop legal strategies tailored to their objectives.

My focus

My practice focuses on products liability, trade secrets and business torts and other complex commercial disputes. Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences DisputesI represent clients in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and life sciences industries, including in complex disputes involving the development and manufacturing of pharmaceutical products. Trade Secret LitigationI advise individuals and businesses regarding trade secrets and restrictive covenants, and represent litigants seeking remedies for misappropriation of trade secrets, violations of restrictive covenants, breaches of fiduciary duties, and other business torts. Products Liability DefenseI work closely with clients to craft defense strategies and have favorably resolved tort actions in jurisdictions throughout the United States. I have defended products liability claims involving medical devices and other products on behalf of manufacturers and distributors. Commercial Litigation

I represent clients from a diverse range of industries in a variety of additional commercial litigation matters—from False Claims Act and tax-related actions brought by the United States, to professional liability claims and intellectual property litigation. I always put clients’ business and legal objectives first, whether advising on the early resolution of complex disputes or vigorously advocating when litigation becomes necessary.

Looking ahead

The blossoming field of generative AI applications is already presenting a host of novel legal issues and potential disputes. As this technology matures, it will change how businesses operate and how attorneys practice law.

Contact & Links
Location
  • 70 West Madison Street, Suite 5200
    Chicago, IL 60602-4378
Education
  • University of Illinois College of Law, J.D., magna cum laude, graduated 2014
  • Boston University, B.A., magna cum laude
Bar Admissions
  • Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association
Court Admissions
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois

Nixon Peabody LLP
Headquarters: Boston, Massachusetts

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Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2025 for work in:
  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Commercial Litigation

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