We fight everyday to tell our clients’ stories and vindicate their civil rights.
About Us
David R. Kline
Education:B.A., State University of New York at Oswego
JD, Hofstra University School of Law
Admissions:State:
New York
Louisiana
District of Columbia
Federal:
Southern District of New York
Eastern District of New York
Western District of Louisiana
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
David R. Kline was born and raised on Long Island, NY. He received his B.A. from State University of New York at Oswego and his JD from Hofstra University School of Law.
After graduating from law school, David was awarded the Ginsberg Family Post-Graduate Justice Fellowship, through which he worked with Gideon’s Promise, a premier civil rights organization dedicated to improving the quality of public defense across the United States. With Gideon’s Promise, David spent three years as a public defender in Lafayette, Louisiana, where he represented hundreds of clients charged with everything from misdemeanor offenses to homicides.
After leaving Louisiana, David returned to his home in Suffolk County, Long Island, where he worked briefly as a Public Defender with the Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County. David then worked with the Brooklyn Defender Services where he served as a Senior Trial Attorney, specializing in criminal and immigration law.
In 2022 David made the difficult decision to leave public defense. He did so because he felt that “where the criminal case ends, the story doesn’t have to end, and it shouldn’t end.” David strongly believes that in order to reform the criminal court system, the stories of those mired in the system must be told, and that often the best vehicle to tell those stories is civil litigation. Since entering private practice, David has handled all manner of civil rights cases and won thousands in compensation for his clients.
Our Values
At DRK Law, we are dedicated to fighting for justice and protecting the rights of our clients. We believe that everyone is entitled to equal treatment under the law, regardless of their background or circumstances.
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We understand that facing a legal issue can be a stressful and difficult experience. We treat our clients with compassion and empathy and work to ease their burden.
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We believe in upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our practice. We are honest and transparent with our clients and work to earn their trust.
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We believe that open and honest communication is key to building strong relationships with our clients. We keep our clients informed every step of the way and answer any questions they may have.
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We understand that every case is unique, and we provide personalized attention to each client. We work with our clients to develop strategies that are tailored to their specific needs and goals.
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We are committed to making a positive difference in our community and promoting social justice. We use our legal skills and resources to advocate for marginalized communities and support organizations that share our values.
